#149

Petite French Paper Mache Poupee in Original Costume
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$650
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12" (30 cm.) Solid domed paper mache shoulder head with cut slit at dome of head for insertion of wig,black enamel eyes,painted lashes,tinted brows,closed mouth with accent line between the pale lips,brunette mohair wig,kid poupee body with mitten-style hands. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French,circa 1840. Value Points: beautiful original condition of the petite poupee with rare wig construction,original body,original costume including jewelry,coiffe and wooden sabots.