Grand French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier with Brown Paperweight Eyes

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33" (84 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,very plump cheeks and chin,brown glass paperweight inset eyes,thick dark eyeliner,rose blushed eye shadow,brush-stroked and multi-feathered brows,accented eye corners,shaded nostrils,blonde mohair wig over cork pate,French kid gusset-jointed body,stitched and separated fingers and toes. Condition: generally excellent,original body especially sturdy. Marks: 12 (head and shoulders). Comments: Gaultier,circa 1875. Value Points: grand exhibition-size poupee has beautiful creamy bisque that accentuates the dark brown eyes and rich eye decoration,wearing beautiful brown striped silk antique gown with black lace trim,undergarments,early leather shoes,and silk and lace parasol with faux-tortoise handle.