Barbie - Wikipedia
Barbie is a fashion doll created by American businesswoman Ruth Handler, manufactured by American toy and entertainment company Mattel and introduced on March 9, 1959. The toy was based on the German Bild Lilli doll which Handler had purchased while in Europe.
Original Barbie - What was the First Barbie Doll?
Original Barbie doll (also known as “Barbie #1” or “1959 Barbie doll”) is today regarded as a valuable collector's item. Mint condition dolls from this first production run can be valued up to 27 thousand dollars.
Barbie | History, Dolls, & Facts | Britannica
2024年11月21日 · Barbie is an 11-inch- (29-cm-) tall plastic doll with the figure of an adult woman that was originally modeled on the Lilli doll (produced in West Germany from 1955 to 1964), a risqué gag gift for men. The Barbie target demographic is young children.
Barbie Through the Ages - HISTORY
2016年1月29日 · The leggy, 11-inch plastic figure—full name: Barbara Millicent Roberts—was the first mass-produced toy doll in the U.S. with adult features. She would go on to become one of the most...
1959 Barbie Vintage Dolls Identified - Doll Reference
#1 Barbie doll history; Her name is Barbara Millicent Roberts, “Barbie” was born on March 09, 1959 to parents George and Margaret Roberts and they live in Willow, Wisconsin USA. The Barbie doll was created by Ruth Handler one of the founders of Mattel.
First Barbie Doll's History: Inspired by Not-for-Kids Toy - TIME
2015年3月9日 · The precursor to the Barbie doll was not meant for children. Born in Germany in 1952, the inspiration for America’s most famous doll was a saucy high-end call girl named Lilli.
Barbie history: The story behind the world's most popular doll
2023年7月13日 · The first Barbie was introduced on March 9, 1959 – now considered Barbie's official birthday. The doll was first launched at the American Toy Fair in New York City.