#13

All-Original French Bisque Lady by Jules Steiner in Shepherdess Costume
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Description
22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head,dark blue glass paperweight inset eyes,painted lashes,dark eyeliner,brush-stroked and feathered brows,accented eye corners,and nostrils,closed mouth with defined space between the outlined shaded lips,pierced ears,white/blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate,Steiner composition fully-jointed lady body with shapely bosom,waist,and derriere. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A-13 Paris. Comments: Jules Steiner,circa 1890. Value Points: wonderfully-preserved doll with rare lady body,original body finish,original rare color wig,lovely bisque,and wearing original silk and lace couturier costume in the 18th century Shepherdess style including silk and lace gown,bonnet,undergarments,stockings,silk shoes.