#100

Superb French Bisque Poupee in Original Brittany Bridal Costume in Near Mint Condition
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$3,500
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,brown glass inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with accented lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig over cork pate,firmly-stuffed kid poupee body with shapely torso. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Gaultier,circa 1870. Value Points: in near mint perfectly-preserved condition,the beautiful poupee wears original traditional red wedding costume of Brittany with elaborate detail of beading and embroidery,lace-covered coiffe with ribbon and paillette trims,undergarments,wooden shoes.