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Porcelain Doll with Dark Skin Tone and Elaborate Garments

This item is a porcelain doll, likely of composite construction, with a dark skin tone, suggesting an African-American or similar ethnic representation. The doll features a highly detailed, hand-painted face with prominent brown eyes, defined eyebrows, and softly painted lips. Her head is adorned with a lush head of dark, curly hair, possibly synthetic, styled with a green vine-like garland and a single light-colored floral accent, likely a fabric flower. She wears a multi-layered dress in pastel shades, predominantly pink, orange, and white. The garment appears to be made from various fabrics, including satin-like material, sheer lace, and possibly organza, with ruffled details and decorative elements such as fabric flowers on the bodice. A delicate, beaded necklace resembling pearls or rhinestones is visible around her neck. The visible parts of her body, including her face, arms, and legs, are sculpted and finished to mimic human skin, indicating artistry akin to traditional porcelain dolls. The legs, visible at the bottom of the packaging, suggest a standing or sitting posture for the doll. The doll is presented within what appears to be its original cardboard packaging, partially visible and secured with bubble wrap around the lower body, indicating it has been stored or is being prepared for shipment. Given the context of 'Forty year old plus Beautiful antique doll,' this item likely dates from the 1970s or earlier, classifying it as a vintage or antique piece. The craftsmanship, particularly in the facial painting and the detailed clothing, suggests a collector's item of moderate to good quality, although without clearer views of markings or the entire body, specific manufacturing details are difficult to ascertain. The doll appears to be in well-preserved condition, considering its age, with no immediately visible damage or significant wear to the visible parts of the doll or its clothing.