#246

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier with Dramatically-Accented Eyes
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$3,250
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20" (51 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-lined bisque shoulder plate,very deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading,thick dark eyeliner,painted dark curly lashes,arched feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with very full outlined lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig over cork pate,French kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at hips,knees and elbows,stitched and separated fingers,lovely antique silk costume and cape,bonnet,undergarments,leather boots. Condition: generally excellent,some body wear. Marks: 5. Comments: Gaultier,circa 1875. Value Points: lovely bisque accented by gorgeous very deep blue eyes enhanced further by dramatic painting of eyeliner and lashes.