"Barbie's Friend Ship" Airplane, 1971-1974
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Artifact Overview
Since the early 1960s, Mattel has offered a variety of appealing play environments for their popular Barbie doll. Among these have been stylish houses, swimming pools, and even camping accessories for "roughing it." This Friend Ship offered Barbie the opportunity to experience life as stewardess aboard this well accessorized airplane.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Play set
Date Made
1972-1974
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2000.89.4
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Vinyl
Cardboard
Color
White (Color)
Blue
Red
Dimensions
Height: 12.75 in
Width: 12.5 in
Length: 14.125 in
Inscriptions
Play set exterior: BARBIE'S ® / FRIEND SHIP / MATTEL (logo)
"Tail" of Friend Ship: UNITED
Exterior end of play set: 8639 / "FRIEND SHIP" AND OTHER UNITED AIRLINES SERVICE MARKS / USED WITH PERMISSION OF UNITED AIRLINES
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