$2,300
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Description
5 1/2" (14 cm.) doll. 8" x 6" box. All-bisque doll with solid-domed swivel head on kid-edged
bisque torso,brown glass enamel inset eyes,painted lashes and brows,accented nostrils,closed
mouth,brunette mohair wig,peg-jointed bisque arms and legs,painted white stockings and black
heeled ankle boots,wearing dainty striped silk dress with lace trim. Condition: generally
excellent. Comments: circa 1885,the presentation doll was offered by a luxury Parisian doll shop
such as Magasin des Enfants. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition,the doll is in her
original fitted box with lace edging,along with three additional dresses and various
undergarments and accessories; the box itself is decorated with draped silk and an engraving of
a beautiful woman.