#340

Amusing French Bisque Character "Toto" by Lanternier
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$600
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth modeled as though open with outlined lips, two upper beaded teeth, tongue tip, brunette bobbed wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed toddler body. Condition: generally excellent, some wear to original body finish. Marks: Depose Toto N5 Mialonof A.L. & C. Limoge. Comments: Lanternier, circa 1915, designed by French artist Mialonof. Value Points: wonderful character with bon vivant expression, wearing delightful antique costume.