Why You'll Love Him
Lights, camera, action! Meet Mr. DeMille, a vintage, one-of-a-kind clay character doll by the late, masterful artist Marcia Backstrom! This doll perfectly captures the iconic actor and filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille as he famously starred as himself in the cinematic classic, Sunset Boulevard. With his distinguished artistic black-rimmed glasses and fabulous facial hair that made actresses swoon. He's impeccably dressed in a striking silk vest and matching beret, paired with a crisp white top featuring billowing sleeves and dark trousers. He comes with an incredibly detailed old-fashioned film camera on a brass and wood tripod, meticulously crafted by Nantasy Fantasy.
Styling Him
Celebrate the Golden Age of Hollywood with some imaginative ideas for his grand display: The Director's Set: Place him on a miniature film set, perhaps with a tiny clapperboard, miniature lighting equipment, or even a tiny director's chair. He could be overseeing a dramatic scene, his camera poised for action. A Hollywood Studio Office: Imagine him in a miniature studio office, surrounded by tiny framed movie posters, a miniature desk with scripts.
- MATERIALS: Hand sculpted clay, wood and brass.
- POSEABILITY & POSTURE: Standing only, fixed pose
- DIMENSIONS: 1:12 scale, 6” tall
- CONDITION: Excellent condition for its age. Carefully stored for many years.
- HISTORY/PROVENANCE: Original handmade vintage dollhouse miniature by the one and only Marcia Backstrom, camera tripod by Nantasy Fantasy.
- COLLECTION: This doll and camera were part of the wonderful lifetime collection Michele of New York City.
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the doll and camera tripod only. Think of our photos as a whimsical stage set, where your amazing new miniature takes center stage. The other props may not join you, but the star of the show is ready to shine!
