#511

Large French Bisque Poupee by Jumeau as Gentleman of the Court
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$3,000
sold
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19" (48 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,blue glass paperweight inset eyes,painted very long lashes,brush-stroked and feathered brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with outlined lips,pierced ears,brunette mohair wig over cork pate,French kid poupee body with shapely torso,gusset-jointing at hips,knees,and elbows,stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent,repair to kid at wrist. Marks: 7 (and artist checkmarks on head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or (faint body stamp). Comments: Jumeau,circa 1875. Value Points: the courtly gentleman has very fine bisque and painting,and wears wonderful antique costume comprising velvet vest and cap,white shirt with lace jabot,woolen pants,leather shoes,and bi-corn velvet hat.