#13

Large All-Bisque Mignonette as Young Marquis,for the French Market
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$3,000
sold
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Description
8" (20 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso,brilliant cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes,painted lashes,feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with center accent line,blonde mohair wig,peg-jointed bisque arms and legs with painted white stockings and black two-strap shoes with little heels and modeled bows,wearing antique brown silk costume of young Marquis. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Simon and Halbig for the French market,circa 1882. Value Points: rare early model in large size with dramatic eyes,fine quality of bisque and painting.