The fashion doll Barbie manufactured by Mattel is an inhumanly shaped toy that has long been a sensation in the fashion industry. Many designers devoted themselves outfitting her in a new way every time since it was first introduced to the market in 1959. Now, commemorating its 50th anniversary, Assouline has just released a limited-edition book called “Barbie,” dedicated to the life of iconic doll’s glamorous history. Costing $500, the ultimate collector’s volume by Yona Zeldis McDonough binds together 128 pages containing 69 illustrations. The luxury tome revives a few unforgettable moments, having every page etched with portraits of dolls and accessories of the world’s most popular toy. The handcrafted book comes packed in a presentation box measuring 14×17”/35.5×43.3 cms.


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