#173

Grand French Bisque Poupee,Size 11,by Jumeau in Lovely Antique Rose Silk Gown
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$5,500
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28" (71 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,blue glass enamel eyes with spiral threading,dark eyeliner,mauve-blushed eye shadow,brush-stroked and feathered brows,shaded nostrils,accented eye corners,closed mouth with outlined lips,separately-modeled pierced ears,brunette mohair wig over cork pate,French kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at hips,knees,and elbows,stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 11 (head and shoulders) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau,circa 1878. Value Points: the rare exhibition size poupee has lovely bisque with subtle blush,sturdy original body,beautiful rose silk satin gown,undergarments,lavish bonnet.