Ariel and Barbie have quite a bit in common: They’re both frozen in time, and they both yearn to live as humans do. The fantastic seascapes and perfect dollhouses of “The Little Mermaid” and “Barbie” ...

But Greene opted for something more decadent instead: A mermaid Barbie doll, with a shining rainbow tail. “I loved dolls as a kid, but you grow up and, especially if your interests aren’t ...