#424

Early French Bisque Poupee with Blampiox Neck Attachment and Wooden Arms
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$4,200
sold
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Description
14" (36 cm.) Pale bisque swivel head with flat-cut neck that attaches to matching bisque shoulder plate in a manner that allows only realistic 90% swivel (rather than complete rotation),cobalt blue glass enamel eyes,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,arched feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with accent line between the lips,un-pierced ears,blonde mohair wig over cork pate,French kid body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees,wooden arms with dowel jointing at shoulders and elbows,straight wrists,separately-carved fingers,antique undergarments,stockings and shoes,very frail antique silk costume is included. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E 1 Depose B. Comments: Blampoix,circa 1860. Value Points: rarity factors include unique neck articulation and wooden articulated arms,very sturdy body and beautiful bisque,original wig.