Mannequin - Iconic 1970s–80s Female Mannequin Bust –...

Striking and highly decorative vintage female mannequin bust dating from approximately the 1970s–1980s, originally created as a professional fashion and shop-window display. Standing an impressive 56 cm high, this mannequin is particularly attractive for its exceptionally elegant and sculptural proportions. The dramatically elongated neck flows into stylised shoulders and an architectural integrated base, creating a silhouette that is much more expressive than that of a conventional mannequin head. The beautifully modelled female face retains its original period decoration, with particularly striking bright green eyes, finely painted eyebrows, dark smoky eye make-up and softly glossy pink lips. The combination gives the mannequin a sophisticated and unmistakably glamorous appearance typical of European fashion displays of the 1970s and early 1980s. One of the most distinctive characteristics of this example is its exaggerated elongated silhouette. The long neck and sweeping shoulders give the piece an almost sculptural, Pop Art and Space Age quality, making it highly decorative even when displayed without clothing or accessories. Unlike the more commonly encountered separate mannequin heads, this is a substantial full bust display with integrated sculptural base, giving it considerable visual presence. The head is removable and fits onto the original black mounting system positioned at the top of the neck. This original construction is clearly documented in the photographs. The mannequin is preserved in excellent vintage condition, retaining its attractive authentic original patina. It has not been unnecessarily restored or refinished, allowing the original surface, facial decoration and character of the piece to remain intact. Only minor signs of age and previous professional use are present, entirely consistent with its vintage nature. There are no significant damages affecting its appearance or stability, and the mannequin remains solid, stable and exceptionally decorative. Originally intended for displaying wigs, hats, scarves, jewellery and fashion accessories, mannequins of this type have increasingly become collectible decorative objects in their own right, appreciated for their connection with the history of fashion, visual merchandising and twentieth-century retail design. With its remarkable green eyes, elegant facial modelling and extraordinarily elongated proportions, this example would make an impressive statement piece in a vintage or contemporary interior, fashion boutique, atelier, photography studio, dressing room or design collection. Period: circa 1970s–1980s Origin: Europe, probably Italy or Western Europe Material: rigid moulded plastic/composite material Dimensions: approx. 56 × 22 × 20 cm Construction: removable head with original neck mounting system Condition: excellent vintage condition, with authentic original patina and only minor signs of age and professional use. Original facial decoration is very well preserved. Solid and stable. The mannequin is offered in its authentic vintage state, retaining the original surface and the unmistakable character of a genuine professional fashion display from the period. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and clearly document the mannequin's condition, construction and exceptionally well-preserved appearance.

Estimate:£126.72

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