I'm not sure I'd call bild lilly an inspiration...it's more like Ruth took bild lilli copied her completely (only changed the shoes to be removable/also gave her rooted her) and slapped the barbie name on it. Mattel bullied lilli's creators into giving the rights up to them.☹️ Really sad story for the bild lilli creator. That said, I do collect Barbies. I'm happy the truth is finally coming out about Barbies true origins. You are so so lucky to have had an original bild lilli doll. I hope one day I can have one too. Thank you for sharing 🥰 I'm definitely ordering that book. Thank you for sharing the link.
I agree with you. I was trying to keep the video light and happy without going into the controversial side of things. Rolf Hausser should have received more credit for creating this doll. So sad he lost his cases in court to fight this. I have read that it has bothered him his whole life. It is truly sad. Thank you so much for your comments. 🙏😢
I’m so sure Mattel doesn’t want the truth 2B Barbie’s & the company’s narrative. It’s important 4 us 2 be true 2 history & mention it whenever it’s relevant.
Lilli was a secretary. A freewheeling secretary, but a lady should be allowed some self-indulgent fun. ;) Otherwise all the Ladies in How to marry a millionaire are callgirls too. 😊
Many suffered for the freedom women enjoy today. Mary Tyler Moore show was controversial for her being divorced single female with a career. Seems so silly now right?
Omg the doll is gorgeous!! I don't think Lilli was a call girl, in fact the comics don't seem to show any distinct job for her. But i do love how witty and racy the comic strips are 😂 Lilli was a piece of cake for sure!
Oh my goodness how fabulous all of this is and so lovely to have the book with her photo showing her. Honestly I don’t think I would have been able to part with her but she certainly found the right owner for sure! 🥰💖😍♥️
It was a little hard to let her go but I really wanted Lilli to be with a collector who specifically collected and appreciated the Bild Lilli dolls. She was a little too precious and a piece of history. It was fun to play a part in her story!💕🥰 Thank you for your nice comments DoriesDollies!
That was NO inspiration. Like many toy makers at the time, she outright stole the whole doll design. (My German grandma really got steamed over it) lol Threatened with a lawsuit, Mattel made a deal and bought the rights. That said, I was wondering if you have a picture of her being sold with a poodle? Visiting my grandmother in Germany in the 70's, she gave me a small grey poodle and told me it originally came as part of a Bild Lilli set. I still have it and I've always wondered if that was true.
Thank you for adding to the conversation, whatanitemare. It's true that the idea of Barbie was more "stolen" rather than "inspired by" the Bild Lilli doll. Rolf Hausser sadly did not win his lawsuit against Mattel. It is up to us to tell his story. I'm grateful to viewers who share the not-so-pretty side of Lilli's story. Yes, I have seen Lilli pictured with a small gray poodle! How nice of your grandmother to give that to you. 😄 🥰
Back then a woman wasn't supposed to have a career and was expected to be submissive to her husband. Downtown Abby, Lady Grantham said that a woman didn't have an opinion until her husband told her what it was. That mindset carried until more recent times. Young women, you have it so much easier because of those women
Wow, what a wonderful story! Amazing that no one knew what she was when you purchased her. What a find! And such a great new owner, putting her in a book and museum. Perfect life for her now. And you've become a Bild Lilli expert! Fun video, thank you for sharing. - Kada 😊
Thanks so much for checking out my Bild Lilli video, Kada. I would love to find another and keep her this time. I'm always looking for black feet when I'm thrifting Barbies 😉
I've heard of this doll. Really enjoyed seeing some of her photos! She is quite the character with her high forehead and great makeup! Her original hair-do is so pretty and soft looking-I can see why the complicated curl in front and curls in her ponytail were not practical for Barbie. Such detail in her fashions. I always loved the striped black/white fabric used. What a treat to have once owned Lilli! Lucky you!😊 Thank you for sharing!
Hi Paulette, thank you for your nice comments! It was a wonderful accident to have her in my collection for a short time, and long enough for it to be a story in my doll collecting journey. I'm happy you liked it. She is truly an interesting character!
Hi there, loved your amazing video. Thank you for putting it together. Do you know anything about 7.5" dolls? Or do you know where to find out abou them?
I’m glad you liked the video. I know they made the Lilli dolls in both sizes. There is a really good Bild Lilli group on Facebook. It’s called Bild Lilli Queen of the 50’s.
Can’t believe u lucked out on a lilli! They must be outstandingly hard 2 find in good quality. It’s sad 2 know how warped her history is & I wish it was known more.
I look forward to your comments on this video. It was a fun story to experience and re-create here. I have also saved a video in my favourites which features Dr. Lori and my Lilli doll in her show That's a Real Bargain!
I just purchased the Bild Lilli doll here in the USA from the original owner out of Conn. I have not seen it yet, due to arrive in a day or 2. At this point. I am keeping my fingers crossed she is the real deal. Reason of my concern is the price I paid for her. not even close to what the Narrator stated she sold her doll. If it is the doll, I struck it good. I had a doll distributor on Ebay look at the pictures that were posted, by her confidence, I pulled the trigger and click to buy.
Yes it is Alan! Whoever sold them to the auction got them both wrong. I sold him too but wish I had kept him now. I am on the hunt for another Lilli and Alan doll. Do you think I can get lucky twice?😉Thank you so much for watching.
Yes, I tend to agree. She was a secretary who dated older men for money, which isn't the same as a call-girl. I have read different interpretations of her "career path" Thank you so much for your comment! ☺
Ray Krock did the same to the original McDonald's family, with no future compensation at all fir essentially stealing their company and ideas. Ray had the audacity to name a burger after one of the original owners. Hence, the big Mac. What a blantant public slap in the face AFTER he stole the company from them BTW
Thank you so much! She is a beauty and I enjoyed her for a while in my collection, but I think she deserves more than I could give. She is getting spoiled with her new owner. She will always be a part of my doll collecting story. That's why making this video was so much fun!
I am aware that Mattel was more than “inspired” by Bild Lilli. There was a law suit that the original creator Rolf Hausser unfortunately did not win. It is sad that he lost the rights to his doll. Thanks for your comment.
@@CherishedDollFriends Thank you for your video. It's important to tell that story. Rolf finally sold for what might be $50K today. The fantasy that the Handler's built around the story is sadly disingenuous.
@@dsoule4902 You are very welcome. I was just sharing my own experience with the doll and the book and my limited knowledge of the true story. I hadn’t intended to minimize what really happened. I think the conversation here is helping with awareness. I appreciate your comment. 😊
I'm not sure I'd call bild lilly an inspiration...it's more like Ruth took bild lilli copied her completely (only changed the shoes to be removable/also gave her rooted her) and slapped the barbie name on it. Mattel bullied lilli's creators into giving the rights up to them.☹️ Really sad story for the bild lilli creator. That said, I do collect Barbies. I'm happy the truth is finally coming out about Barbies true origins. You are so so lucky to have had an original bild lilli doll. I hope one day I can have one too. Thank you for sharing 🥰 I'm definitely ordering that book. Thank you for sharing the link.
I agree with you. I was trying to keep the video light and happy without going into the controversial side of things. Rolf Hausser should have received more credit for creating this doll. So sad he lost his cases in court to fight this. I have read that it has bothered him his whole life. It is truly sad. Thank you so much for your comments. 🙏😢
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Ditto, same feelings and I too would like to have one more than a #1 original Barbie.
@@CherishedDollFriendsThat's indulging the lie. Used to work in patents & tm.... Shonda
I’m so sure Mattel doesn’t want the truth 2B Barbie’s & the company’s narrative. It’s important 4 us 2 be true 2 history & mention it whenever it’s relevant.
Lilli was a secretary. A freewheeling secretary, but a lady should be allowed some self-indulgent fun. ;) Otherwise all the Ladies in How to marry a millionaire are callgirls too. 😊
Great comment! Thanks for adding to the conversation.😃
Back then a woman wasn't supposed to do those things
Many suffered for the freedom women enjoy today. Mary Tyler Moore show was controversial for her being divorced single female with a career. Seems so silly now right?
@@susannpatton2893 that hasn't changed for many. But screw them! LOL
@@mygrinningcat unfortunately
Omg the doll is gorgeous!! I don't think Lilli was a call girl, in fact the comics don't seem to show any distinct job for her. But i do love how witty and racy the comic strips are 😂 Lilli was a piece of cake for sure!
Thanks so much for your comment. Yes she’s a beauty and a head turner an
And a woman of mystery. Lol.
She was actually a secretary!
@@marii_lilmonsta thanks for your comment! It’s very interesting to hear everybody’s different stories about her. 😃
Lilli was indeed a lady of the night (call girl).
I have my original Bild Lilli 11.5 doll wearing nurse. Lucky I found one at Goodwill.
How exciting that you found one at Goodwill! I'm glad you still have her. The Nurse outfit must look so cute!
Oh my goodness how fabulous all of this is and so lovely to have the book with her photo showing her. Honestly I don’t think I would have been able to part with her but she certainly found the right owner for sure! 🥰💖😍♥️
It was a little hard to let her go but I really wanted Lilli to be with a collector who specifically collected and appreciated the Bild Lilli dolls. She was a little too precious and a piece of history. It was fun to play a part in her story!💕🥰 Thank you for your nice comments DoriesDollies!
That was NO inspiration. Like many toy makers at the time, she outright stole the whole doll design. (My German grandma really got steamed over it) lol Threatened with a lawsuit, Mattel made a deal and bought the rights. That said, I was wondering if you have a picture of her being sold with a poodle? Visiting my grandmother in Germany in the 70's, she gave me a small grey poodle and told me it originally came as part of a Bild Lilli set. I still have it and I've always wondered if that was true.
Thank you for adding to the conversation, whatanitemare. It's true that the idea of Barbie was more "stolen" rather than "inspired by" the Bild Lilli doll. Rolf Hausser sadly did not win his lawsuit against Mattel. It is up to us to tell his story. I'm grateful to viewers who share the not-so-pretty side of Lilli's story. Yes, I have seen Lilli pictured with a small gray poodle! How nice of your grandmother to give that to you. 😄 🥰
@@CherishedDollFriends Thank you! I wish she had the Bild Lily but I'm happy I got the poodle!
@@whatanitemare the poodle was made by Steiff and has nothing to do with Bild Lilli
Back then a woman wasn't supposed to have a career and was expected to be submissive to her husband. Downtown Abby, Lady Grantham said that a woman didn't have an opinion until her husband told her what it was. That mindset carried until more recent times. Young women, you have it so much easier because of those women
Very cool I definitely want a copy of this book. Thank you for sharing
You are so welcome. Thank you for taking a look!
My Mom has a Lilly my mom swars shes a barbie, but after looking more at her, shes a Lilly, with her painted shoes.
That’s amazing! You should show her this video so she can see what she has. 🥰
Wow, awesome story. Beautiful job with this video. ❤ Dee in Tennessee
Glad you enjoyed it! I miss my Lilli but I so am so happy she is being shown off. 🙏
Wow, what a wonderful story! Amazing that no one knew what she was when you purchased her. What a find! And such a great new owner, putting her in a book and museum. Perfect life for her now. And you've become a Bild Lilli expert! Fun video, thank you for sharing. - Kada 😊
Thanks so much for checking out my Bild Lilli video, Kada. I would love to find another and keep her this time. I'm always looking for black feet when I'm thrifting Barbies 😉
I've heard of this doll. Really enjoyed seeing some of her photos! She is quite the character with her high forehead and great makeup! Her original hair-do is so pretty and soft looking-I can see why the complicated curl in front and curls in her ponytail were not practical for Barbie. Such detail in her fashions. I always loved the striped black/white fabric used. What a treat to have once owned Lilli! Lucky you!😊 Thank you for sharing!
Hi Paulette, thank you for your nice comments! It was a wonderful accident to have her in my collection for a short time, and long enough for it to be a story in my doll collecting journey. I'm happy you liked it. She is truly an interesting character!
I had a bild Lillie clone two times in my child hod right .I had even a a 5 inch size one, too.
That's cool. Too bad you don't still have them. Thanks for your comments :)
Hi there, loved your amazing video. Thank you for putting it together. Do you know anything about 7.5" dolls? Or do you know where to find out abou them?
I’m glad you liked the video. I know they made the Lilli dolls in both sizes. There is a really good Bild Lilli group on Facebook. It’s called Bild Lilli Queen of the 50’s.
@@CherishedDollFriends Thank you!
Can’t believe u lucked out on a lilli! They must be outstandingly hard 2 find in good quality. It’s sad 2 know how warped her history is & I wish it was known more.
Yes, we as collectors sharing will help to keep the background of Barbie known. Thank you for your comment!
I look forward to your comments on this video. It was a fun story to experience and re-create here. I have also saved a video in my favourites which features Dr. Lori and my Lilli doll in her show That's a Real Bargain!
I cannot imagine holding a Bild Lilli !!! Wow !
It was a thrill to find her and to hold her. I am happy that she is in a good home where she can really shine. I sometimes miss her though. he he
I imagine you do !!!@@CherishedDollFriends
Oooo god I’d love to get my hands on a copy of this book!!!!!!
Hi Elphaboy. Thanks for watching. There is a link to order the book in the comments below the video. Good luck!
"Kleider" is German for "clothing"....just thought you'd like to know. I am very interested in that book, for sure.
Thank you so much for your comment. I also appreciate your help with the word ,”kleider”. The book link is in my description box.
I just purchased the Bild Lilli doll here in the USA from the original owner out of Conn. I have not seen it yet, due to arrive in a day or 2. At this point. I am keeping my fingers crossed she is the real deal. Reason of my concern is the price I paid for her. not even close to what the Narrator stated she sold her doll. If it is the doll, I struck it good. I had a doll distributor on Ebay look at the pictures that were posted, by her confidence, I pulled the trigger and click to buy.
How exciting! I hope she will be the real deal. I wish you all the best. I am sure you will have a real Lilli for your collection. 🙏
The Ken looks more like one of the early Alan dolls, though I could be wrong
Yes it is Alan! Whoever sold them to the auction got them both wrong. I sold him too but wish I had kept him now. I am on the hunt for another Lilli and Alan doll. Do you think I can get lucky twice?😉Thank you so much for watching.
Awesome doll'❤❤❤❤❤ i wish I could have that bil lid doll
Thank you for watching! It was a thrill to own her, but I love the story that was created by passing her along.
I believe it's a miss conception that Lily is a call girl.
Yes, I tend to agree. She was a secretary who dated older men for money, which isn't the same as a call-girl. I have read different interpretations of her "career path" Thank you so much for your comment! ☺
@@CherishedDollFriendsSo Lilly was into having sugar daddies?
@@360revolucion8 It seems so! 😄
Build Lillie included bubble cut version that came out before the build gave up their rights.
Made up bullshit
Interesting. Thanks for your comment
The mini bild Lille clone was about that size in his collection.
Thank you for watching :)
😍🎈🤗🔥🎉I love you bild I'll dolls i have a built Lily doll in my collection
That's really neat! They are hard to come by. Thanks for watching!
Great job with the video 💓
Thank you so much. I appreciate that! I am proud that Lilli was a part of my doll collecting story. 💕
Ray Krock did the same to the original McDonald's family, with no future compensation at all fir essentially stealing their company and ideas. Ray had the audacity to name a burger after one of the original owners. Hence, the big Mac. What a blantant public slap in the face AFTER he stole the company from them BTW
How interesting. I did not know that story. Thanks for sharing and for watching my video.
I have a three Romina the doll that inspired anerican girl dolls ❤
Dolls made in Germany are so nice. It's so interesting to find these early dolls. How fun!
Congratulations on getting Your new book published by the way.🥇🥇🏆🏆🥇🥇
The book was actually published by Peter Isler and yes we should congratulate him on a wonderful picture book of the Lilli dresses!
This is so cool where can I get that book?.
Lilli-book.com. It’s a beautiful book. I hope you can get it. 😃
@@CherishedDollFriends awe thank you.
not a call girl but the sassy secretary. of Bild
Yes, I have seen her described in a few different ways. Thank you for watching and I appreciate your comment too.
@@CherishedDollFriends They made even a Bild Lilli movie in th 50s, there she was reporter solving a crime case.
Lilli-ein Mädchen aus der Großstadt
@@la-barlinsmile7997. How interesting! I did not know about a movie. She is quite a character indeed 😉
She is beautiful. I don’t think I could have parted with her. The Lillie I have seen on EBay are not as nice.
Thank you so much! She is a beauty and I enjoyed her for a while in my collection, but I think she deserves more than I could give. She is getting spoiled with her new owner. She will always be a part of my doll collecting story. That's why making this video was so much fun!
I have a bild lili clone doll that I live owning an actual bild lili is hard to find ❤
Wow, that's great! A lot of people love to collect the Lilli clones because the dolls are so rare. I think even the clones are rare!
I would like to get a copy of the book. Where can it be purchased?
Hi Julie, The link is in the description below, but I will put it here for you. It's a beautiful book! lilli-book.com
Do you have the camera strapped to your head?
I had it around my neck. Sorry if it was a little bumpy! I'm still trying to learn new skills for filming on RUclips😀. Thanks for commenting!
Pls check your facts. Mattel didn't bother to alter Lillian's face.
I am aware that Mattel was more than “inspired” by Bild Lilli. There was a law suit that the original creator Rolf Hausser unfortunately did not win. It is sad that he lost the rights to his doll. Thanks for your comment.
@@CherishedDollFriends Thank you for your video. It's important to tell that story. Rolf finally sold for what might be $50K today. The fantasy that the Handler's built around the story is sadly disingenuous.
@@dsoule4902 You are very welcome. I was just sharing my own experience with the doll and the book and my limited knowledge of the true story. I hadn’t intended to minimize what really happened. I think the conversation here is helping with awareness. I appreciate your comment. 😊
I thought the Bild Lilli doll was life size.
No, she is not life-size. Just a sexy 11'5 inch doll :)