#208

Fine Neopolitan Earthenware Lady with Gentle Smile
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$1,900
sold
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Description
20" (51 cm.) Sculpted earthenware shoulder head turned strongly to the side,having sculpted hair with flowing curls pulled into a coiled chignon,red hair band,enamel eyes with heavily modeled eyelids,tinted brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with gentle smile,hemp-wrapped body,sculpted hands with expressive fingers,painted stockings and leather glued-on shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: especially beautiful face with fine lustrous patina on original finish,superb shoes,elaborate well- detailed costume. Ex-collection Margaret Woodbury Strong,being sold to benefit the Strong's collection funds.