#79

Beautiful French Bisque Poupee with Elegant Original Costume
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17" (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with accented pale lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at elbows, hips and knees. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1865. Value Points: very beautiful face with rich cobalt eyes enhancing the delicate complexion, original luxury wig, wearing fine ecru silk gown with extended train and coral trim, matching bonnet, bone-handled parasol, tan leather ankle boots.