#53

French Bisque Poupee by Barrois in Gentleman's Costume
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$1,800
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15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head with flat-cut neck socket on kid-edged bisque shoulder-plate,pale complexion with rosy cheeks,brilliant cobalt blue glass enamel eyes,dark eyeliner,feathered lashes and brows,closed mouth with accented lips,un-pierced ears,fleecy wig,kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at elbows,hips and knees,stitched and separated fingers,wearing antique woolen gentleman's suit with vest,tie,key chain,leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent,body especially sturdy. Marks: E. 3 Depose B. Comments: Barrois,circa 1860. Value Points: rare neck swivel system,brilliant eyes,well-preserved original body on the early poupee.