#233

French Bisque Poupee Attributed to Jumeau in Original Chemise
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$2,100
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with shapely torso, gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5 (and artist checkmarks on head). Comments: attributed to the Jumeau firm, circa 1875. Value Points: pristine original condition, with very fine immaculate state of body, lovely bisque, wearing original factory chemise.