Naughties: Nudies & Bathing Beauties

The book of "Naughties" Nudies & Bathing Beauties by Sharon Weintraub, with Value Guide (Copyright 1993). This was the first ever in-depth, photographic coverage of these original novelty figurines & souvenirs bought to shock and titillate; depicting the wonderful time when women were tossing out their corsets and wearing comfortable clothing. Featuring over 184 photographs, 66 of which are in full color, you will discover the rich diversity and history behind these German and Japanese figurines. Bathing beauties came in painted suits or swimwear of real lace. Nudies and naughties, on the other hand, were meant to wear nothing but an "engaging" smile. Also covered in detail in this book are mermaids & sea nymphs, harem ladies, squirters, and flippers. This is a Softcover book, 8 1/2 x 11" , 1993 Values. Published by Hobby House Press, Inc. 112 pages.