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All-Bisque Mignonette for the French Market with Fancy Blue-Bow Ankle Boots
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$1,200
sold
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Description
6" (15 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso,large cobalt blue glass inset eyes,long painted lashes,brush-stroked brows with feathered details,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with outlined lips,blonde mohair wig,peg-jointed bisque arms and legs,painted white stockings and blue heeled ankle boots with dainty blue bows. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: for the French market,probably Simon and Halbig,circa 1890. Value Points: entrancing brilliant eyes,rare style of painted boots,antique aqua silk dress with lace trim and matching bonnet.