#881

Early Paper Mache Lady with Original Costume
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$1,800
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17" (43 cm.) Paper mache shoulder head with solid dome, black enamel inset eyes, painted features, elongated throat, original flax wig, slender kid body with wooden lower arms and legs, painted shoes. Condition: very good, original finish with some fading of features, nose rub. Comments: Germany, circa 1850, the doll wears its original folklore costume with metallic thread bodice and fringed shawl, beautiful chintz edging on inside of skirt and petticoat.