{"product_id":"vintage-1960s-female-mannequin-bust","title":"Vintage Female Mannequin Bust in Painted Moulded Plastic, c. 1960s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage female mannequin bust, dating from the 1960s, made in painted moulded plastic and characterised by its elongated neck, oversized eyes and stylised facial features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"726\"\u003eIts distinctive proportions and expressive decoration reflect the bold visual language of the British Mod era, recalling the iconic fashion imagery associated with models such as Twiggy during the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 0cm; text-indent: 0cm; mso-list: none;\" data-section-id=\"1ox9wtc\" data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ar5kjq\" data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"760\" style=\"margin-left: 0cm; text-indent: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003eThis vintage female mannequin head captures the optimistic spirit of 1960s shop display design through its highly stylised proportions and expressive facial features. The elongated neck supports a rounded head with large painted eyes, delicately modelled lips, rosy cheeks and short sculpted hair, creating a figure that immediately recalls the visual language of British fashion photography during the Mod era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eToday, these features are closely associated with models such as Twiggy, whose distinctive look became one of the defining images of 1960s fashion and popular culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eMade from painted moulded plastic, the bust was originally intended as a shop display piece, although today it is equally appreciated as a decorative object in its own right. Its sculptural silhouette gives it a strong visual presence while retaining the lightness and charm typical of period retail display design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eThe restrained colour palette of cream, black and warm orange details enhances its graphic character without overwhelming the simplicity of the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1knt3c7\" data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003eAn eye-catching piece for a dressing room, boutique, creative studio, display cabinet or bookcase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003eIts sculptural silhouette also makes it a striking decorative object in interiors inspired by 1960s design, Pop Art or eclectic vintage collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"0\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nnpuwk\" data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2149\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Female mannequin head\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e  c. 1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painted moulded plastic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream with black and orange painted details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mod \/ Pop-inspired design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Display mannequin head\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2444\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" data-section-id=\"9dqxk2\" data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003eApprox. 41 cm high × 16 cm wide × 18 cm deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" data-section-id=\"3mi1h1\" data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2444\"\u003e(16.1 × 6.3 × 7.1 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 0cm; text-indent: 0cm;\" data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"2451\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003eGood vintage condition, with signs of age and use consistent with its period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003eThe original painted finish remains well preserved. A small crack is present at the base of the neck, as shown in the photographs. This does not affect the stability or display of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2805\"\u003ePlease refer to the photographs for a detailed view of the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2918\"\u003eDecorative accessories shown in the photographs are for display purposes only and are not included in the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"3043\"\u003eA distinctive example of 1960s shop display design whose sculptural form continues to make a striking decorative statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CirCabyRB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61252478075210,"sku":"448 25 600 21 133","price":591.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9872\/7498\/files\/1784886441919.jpg?v=1784886835","url":"https:\/\/circabyrb.com\/products\/vintage-1960s-female-mannequin-bust","provider":"CiRcA by RB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}