Lester Gaba and Cynthia
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An amusing anecdote from a story about Roostein Mannequin’s 50th anniversary party:
… All the sculpted perfection at the Rootstein party—whether fiberglass or flesh—made us think back to our favorite mannequin story of all, that of the 1930s soap-sculptor-turned-mannequin-designer Lester Gaba. Gaba once became so enamored with one of his pieces, a socialite-like mannequin named Cynthia, that she accompanied him on “dates” to the Stork Club and the opera. Cynthia lived a life of fame and fortune most young New York women only dream of: Cartier and Tiffany sent her jewels; designers gave her clothes. It was the perfect romance—until one fateful day at the beauty salon, when poor Cynthia slipped from a chair and broke into a million pieces.
Fifty years of “ideal” beauty in fiberglass
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Hi! I am Lester Gaba’s second cousin, and never met him, although, I am fascinated by his life! I search all the time for stories, and tidbits about his life. saralee
Posted by: saralee | April 16, 2009 3:02 AM
Hi, Saralee
Thought you would find this interesting. My Aunt lives in the home where Lester Gaba grew up. She started telling me about him. It’s so interesting. She has some pieces with autographs. I could send some pictures of the home if your interested.
Posted by: LeAnn | July 28, 2009 5:19 PM
I’m also interest in Gaba and Cynthia. Does anyone specific location and date of Cynthia demise?
Posted by: John | September 24, 2009 4:30 PM