#85

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier with Splendid Blue Eyes
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23" (58 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, very deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth shaded lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with gusset jointing at hips, fine antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, some weakness of right upper leg, pierced ear holes pulled through. Marks: 6. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1875. Value Points: especially lovely pale bisque with splendid eyes.