#184

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier in Lovely Antique Costume
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15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,grey glass enamel eyes with darker blue outer rims,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,feathered brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with outlined lips,pierced ears,brunette mohair wig over cork pate,French kid poupee body with gusset jointing,stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 3. Comments: French,circa 1875,attributed to Gaultier. Value Points: the dainty poupee has especially sturdy body,and wears fine antique costume.