King Features Syndicate Appraisal

Betty Boop Denim Fashion Doll

This is a collectible fashion doll depicting the iconic cartoon character Betty Boop, likely produced in the late 1990s or early 2000s. The figure stands approximately 10-12 inches tall and is constructed with a molded plastic or vinyl head featuring Betty's signature large, expressive green eyes, red lips, and black spit-curl hair. The doll is dressed in a contemporary 'urban' style outfit, consisting of a blue denim newsboy-style cap, a blue denim jacket over a sparkling sequined or glittered top, and checkered gray and black trousers. A brown textured handbag is draped over the right arm. The figure is mounted on a circular black plastic base for display. Notable features include the detailed facial painting and the mixed-media approach combining a structured doll form with fabric clothing and miniature accessories like a belt with a metallic buckle. In terms of condition, the doll appears to have significant wear and damage: the left arm is missing entirely at the shoulder, and there is visible grime or discoloration on the face and clothing. The fabric shows some fraying, particularly around the edges of the denim pieces. This item represents a modern era of Fleischer Studios licensed merchandise, shifting away from her traditional 1930s dress to a turn-of-the-century street fashion aesthetic.