Qi-Pao Commemorative Gift Set
Qi-Pao Commemorative Gift Set
20649
Anniversary Cultural Dolls 1998
Product Details
Golden Qi-Pao Barbie doll was designed to commemorate the one year anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China. A single doll version was produced for North American, which most collectors are familiar with. There was also a very limited boxed set produced for the Hong Kong market (although the entire box is in English ?). Limited quantities were brought in especially for the Canadian market.
This is huge box 17” x 3 ½” x 15”.
In addition to the doll, includes Commemorative Gold Coin in velvet draw-string pouch, Qi-Pao Story Book and a special certificate of authenticity.
The color gold is regarded as a color of good luck, wealth, and prosperity in Chinese culture and Barbie® doll embodies them all in this sophisticated and elegant Chinese formal dress. Although the design is simple, elegance is reflected in the use of different fabrics and textures. A layer of lace appliques covers a solid golden background. Tiny rhinestones and golden rosettes are applied to the dress giving it a contemporary look. Barbie® needs only to add "crystal" earring droplets, a faux jade bracelet and shoes. The final touch, an elegant faux jade butterfly that signifies beauty, completes her ensemble. Barbie® wears her dark hair in an updated version of the traditional chignon.