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An All-Original Grand French Bisque Poupee by Blampoix in Beautiful Costume
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$4,750
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Description
26" (66 cm.) Pale bisque shoulder head with very plump face,cobalt blue glass inset eyes,thick dark eyeliner,painted delicate lashes,lightly feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with pale outlined lips,unpierced ears,blonde mohair wig over cork pate,French kid poupee body with shapely waist,gusset jointing at elbows,hips and knees,stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: B 10 S. Comments: French,Blampoix,circa 1860. Value Points: grand exhibition size of the beautiful poupee with delicate bisque,sturdy body,fine antique wig and maroon silk/wool costume with elaborately shaped skirt.