#240

German Wax Over Paper Mache Doll in Original Costume and Wig
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$250
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Wax over paper mache shoulder head, pale blue glass inset eyes, outlined eyes, tinted facial features, closed mouth, original blonde mohair wig in elaborate coiffure, muslin stitch-jointed body with paper mache lower arms and legs, painted fancy boots. Condition: generally excellent, nose tip flaked. Comments: Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: fine original coiffure and well-detailed original costume.