Lot #33: Vintage 1991 Happy Holidays Barbie Doll - Special Edition #1871 - New In Box

As the fourth installment in Mattel’s iconic, long-running holiday series, this elegant doll encapsulates the festive glamour of the early 1990s. Barbie is presented in her original hexagonal display window box. Brand: MattelProduct Line: Happy Holidays Barbie Series (4th Edition)Model / SKU Number: #1871Year of Manufacture: 1991Doll Height: 11.5 inchesHair/Eye Color: Voluminous blonde hair (wavy/curly styling) with striking green/blue eyes.Outfit Ensemble: A full-length dark green velvety gown. The fitted bodice features an intricate beaded design consisting of red, green, and white sequins.Included Accessories: Silvery and red rhinestone earrings, a matching necklace, a ring, a miniature clutch purse, a matching festive hair bow, high-heeled shoes, a collector’s display stand, and a frameable 8" x 10" gift picture. The early years of the Happy Holidays line were masterminded by legendary Mattel designer Carol Spencer. Spencer, who worked at Mattel for 35 years (from 1963 to 1998), is credited with pioneering many of Barbie's most fashion-forward and elaborate gowns. She played a key role in orchestrating the Holiday Barbie line's shift from a simple seasonal novelty into a global, high-fashion collector's phenomenon. Her design choices for the 1991 edition focused heavily on texture, utilizing heavy velvet textiles juxtaposed against intricate sequin beadwork to give the illusion of true haute couture miniature holiday wear. PICKUP NOTE: Access Storage - ample parking. Do not go to the front office - Please come to loading dock ramps and see our team member with your lot numbers/ invoice. Pickup category timeslot {B}