1994 Olmec Toys Imani African American Princess Royal Princess fashion doll in h
$ 9.77
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1994 Olmec Toys Imani African American Princess Royal Princess fashion doll in h. Product Line: Royal Princess (Item #30035). DeeBeeGee's Virtual Black Doll Museum +1. The item pictured is a vintage Royal Princess Imani doll, an influential piece of multicultural toy history produced by Olmec Toys in the early 1990s. DeeBeeGee's Virtual Black Doll Museum +1 Background & Cultural Significance The Founder: Olmec Toys was founded by Yla Eason in 1985. She started the company after struggling to find a Black superhero action figure for her son, leading to the creation of Sun-Man. The Mission: The company specifically created "ethnically correct" toys to promote self-pride, representation, and realistic features for African American, Hispanic, and Asian children. Evolution of Imani: Olmec’s flagship 11.5-inch fashion doll line began as "Naomi" in 1988, evolved into "Ellisse," and was eventually branded as Imani by 1991. In 1991, Hasbro partnered with Olmec, investing funds and distributing Imani globally as a diverse alternative/companion in the fashion doll market. DeeBeeGee's Virtual Black Doll Museum +3 This Specific Release Product Line: Royal Princess (Item #30035). Manufacturing Date: Circa 1992–1994. Features: Imani wears a gold-trimmed royal gown crafted from African-inspired metallic fabric with a matching regal head-dress, statement jewelry, and includes styling accessories like a hairbrush. eBay +
