Vintage 1996 French Lady Barbie Great Eras Volume 9 Mattel 16707 NRFB

Bring the elegance of historic French fashion to your collection with this 1996 French Lady Barbie from The Great Eras Collection, Volume Nine.  Her French blue gown features dramatic puff sleeves, gold lace detailing, ornate trim, and an ivory-colored underskirt patterned with golden fleur-de-lis. An elaborate brunette updo, golden headpiece, and faux turquoise earrings and necklace complete her regal ensemble.  Presented in the original book-style display box with historical illustrations and information.  Details • Brand: Barbie • Manufacturer: Mattel • Collection: The Great Eras Collection • Edition: Collector Edition, Volume Nine • Character: French Lady Barbie • Year: 1996 • Model number: 16707 • Doll height: approximately 11.5 inches • Made in Indonesia  Condition Never removed from the original box. Doll remains attached to the original display insert. The visible outfit, hairstyle, and accessories appear well preserved. Original packaging has storage wear, including surface scuffs, rubbed edges and corners, creasing, and wear to the cardboard tabs. Box is not mint. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description.  A Little History French Lady Barbie celebrates the fashions of early 19th-century France during the era of Napoleon and Josephine. Her elaborate gown and accessories make this edition a charming connection between fashion history and vintage Barbie collecting.  A beautiful addition to a historical doll collection or a thoughtful