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Description
18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with tiny tongue tip, outlined lips, dimpled chin, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F 7 G (block letters). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1882. Value Points: the very plump modeling of cheeks and chin is contrasted by delicate complexion, beautifully painted lips, original body and body finish, lovely antique costume including leather ankle boots with impressed figure of doll.