#499

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier,Size 7,with Fine Antique Costume
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$2,250
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Description
22" (56 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,blue glass enamel inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted curly lashes,rose-blushed eye shadow,arched feathered brows,accented eye corners,shaded nostrils,closed mouth with accented lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig over cork pate,French kid gusset-jointed poupee body,wearing beautiful royal purple silk taffeta gown with black lace trim,matching velvet bonnet,lavender kidskin gloves,undergarments,shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7 (head and shoulders) F.G. (shoulders). Comments: Gaultier,circa 1875. Value Points: especially beautiful quality of bisque enhanced by splendid eyes with rich spiral threading.