#184

German Papier-Mache Glass-Eyed Lady with Sculpted Hair
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$1,400
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Description
14" (36 cm.) Solid domed papier-mache shoulder head with oval face and elongated strong throat,definition of bosom,black sculpted hair looped smoothly over her ears and combed back into a braided chignon at the back of her head,large black enamel inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,feathered brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth,muslin body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany,circa 1850. Value Points: beautiful face with unusually large eyes,refined modeling of hair in simple yet elegant coiffure,antique traditional costume.