Rare Early English Wax over Paper Mache Doll with Brown Complexion

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9" (23 cm.) Wax over paper mache shoulder head with solid dome, sienna-brown complexion, black glass inset eyes, tinted brows, closed mouth, inserted black hair wig, brown muslin sateen body, matching sienna-brown wax lower arms and legs, bare feet, pretty antique chemise dress and silk bonnet. Condition: very good, some craquelure on original finish. Comments: English, circa 1865. Value Points: rare brown complexioned model with original body, charming expression, desirable small size.