#186

Very Fine French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier in Original Angevine Traditional Costume
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21" (53 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with very pale complexion and plump face, cobalt blue glass enamel eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair over cork pate, French shapely kid poupee body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F. 6 G. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1860, the actual doll is shown in The Encyclopedia of French Dolls by Danielle and Francois Theimer, page 235. Value Points: in pristine condition with very fine bisque and sturdy body, the poupee is wearing original Angevine traditional costume, accented with antique jewelry and coiffe.