#152

Beautiful French All-Bisque Mignonette with Fine Costume
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$2,800
sold
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Description
6" (15 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso,large blue glass enamel inset eyes,painted lashes and brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with center accent line,pierced ears,hip-length blonde mohair wig over cork pate,peg-jointed bisque arms and legs,bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1. Comments: French,circa 1880. Value Points: very expressive features enhanced by large eyes,enigmatic hint of smile,wearing wonderful original costume including silk dress,striped stockings,kidskin shoes,and fancy woven bonnet,original ribbons in hair.