'Elvis Presley - Phoenix Elvis' by World Doll, Inc., 1984
Vintage figure from World Dolls' Celebrity Collection series.
Officially endorsed by Graceland / Elvis Presley Enterprises.
“Phoenix Elvis” edition—reflecting his iconic stage comeback.
21 Inches / 53.3 Centimeters tall
22.5 x 11.5 x 5.5 Inches (box)
Very collectible painted vinyl (w/hand-painted facial features) with sculpted pompadour-style molded hair.
Internal wire armature or joint system for posing.
Fabric jumpsuit with faux leather or coated fabric sections and stitched trim mimicking Elvis’ stage-wear.
Includes a microphone, his signature white scarf and metallic-painted large belt buckle.
Limited Edition of 25,000.
Original hang tag / signature card: printed cardstock with Elvis facsimile signature.
Also comes with Certificate of Authenticity, registration card and full-color gloss booklet.
New in original, custom-printed box.
ABOUT THE ART
Released in 1984 during the height of the collectible doll movement, this 'Phoenix Elvis' figure captures the enduring mythology of Elvis Presley as both performer and cultural icon. Produced by World Doll, Inc. and officially endorsed by Graceland, the piece reflects a moment when nostalgia and celebrity memorabilia began to merge into a serious collector market—positioning Elvis not just as a musician, but as a lasting symbol of American pop culture.
The sculpt draws inspiration from Elvis’ legendary stage presence, presenting him mid-performance with microphone in hand and dressed in a stylized black jumpsuit reminiscent of his later-era concerts. The figure leans into an idealized, almost theatrical interpretation—emphasizing charisma, movement, and persona over strict realism. This approach gives the piece a distinctive charm, bridging the gap between traditional doll-making and early celebrity art collectibles.
As the second release in the Celebrity Collection, this limited edition figure represents an important chapter in the evolution of licensed pop culture art objects. It stands as both a tribute to Elvis’ legacy and a snapshot of 1980s collectible design—where craftsmanship, branding, and fandom intersected to create objects meant not just to be owned, but displayed and celebrated.