Gene Dolls
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Ashton - Drake Galleries first introduced
its popular "Gene" doll in 1996. Gene Marshall is a 15 1/2" vinyl
doll, inspired by all the legendary screen goddesses of Hollywood's Golden Age. She
is designed by award-winning New York artist Mel Odom.
A large part of Gene's
appeal is nostalgia. Her fabulous wardrobe, with designs reminiscent of the 1940's
and 1950's, remind one of Joan Crawford or Ingrid Bergman. This is clearly a doll
for adults.
The line has been expanded to include some period furniture, and
Vogue has also issued vintage sewing patterns. Values have risen sharply on the secondary
market.
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