#102

American Paper-Mache Doll by Ludwig Greiner with Early Patent Date Mark
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Description
25" (64 cm.) Paper-mache shoulder head with rounded facial shape,black sculpted hair with scalloped curls waved behind her ears and ringlet curls,turquoise painted eyes,black upper eyeliner,painted lashes,single stroke brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth,muslin body with stitch-jointing at shoulders,hips and knees,leather arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Greiner's Patent Heads Pat. Mar. 30th,'58. Comments: Ludwig Greiner,circa 1858,Philadelphia. Value Points: fine original finish,beautiful antique costume of the early patent date doll.