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11" (28 cm.) Solid domed paper mache shoulder head with oval face and elongated throat, painted black pate, cut-slit at dome for insertion of wig, black enamel inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth with center accent line, French hand-stitched kid poupee body with shapely torso, mitten hands. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1840. Value Points: rarity factors include petite size, glass eyes, cut wig slit, and with fine original finish, sturdy body, and wearing detailed original folklore costume, coiffe and jewelry.