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19" (48 cm.) Pressed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,plump cheeks,blue glass enamel inset eyes,painted short dark lashes and eyeliner,widely feathered brows,accented eye corners,aquiline nose,closed mouth with accent lines,ears pierced into head,pale blonde mohair wig in elaborate coiffure over cork pate,kid fashion body with shapely waist and derriere,gusset jointing,stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: H. Comments: Leon Casimir Bru,circa 1865,early model of his letter series poupee. Value Points: pristine original condition with sturdy immaculate body,very beautiful original wig,wearing original green silk gown with silk fringe,enhanced by matching green "jewel" accessories,undergarments,and fabulous Huret-quality boots with maker's shield stamp on the soles.