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Description
19" (48 cm.) Poured-wax shoulder head with plump
facial modeling,light blue enamel inset eyes with
darker outer rims,heavily-modeled
eyelids,feathered brows,accented nostrils,closed
mouth with downcast pensive expression,blonde
waist-length soft mohair wig with delicate
inserted tendrils,brass edging of sew holes,softly
stuffed muslin body with shapely-waist allowing
for presentation of lady costume,poured wax arms
and legs,bare feet. Condition: generally
excellent,virtually unplayed with,very minor
typical wax rubs. Comments: in the manner of
Montanari,circa 1870. Value Points: pristine
condition of the doll and her superb original aqua
silk costume,that has all-original crisp finish
and colors,including chemise,two petticoats and
split-leg drawers with original sizing,knit
stockings and fancy leather ankle boots,aqua silk
satin gown with elaborate ruffles,ruching,Alencon
lace trim,demi-train with lace-edged ruffled hem
lining,matching wire-framed bonnet with feathered
trim,and cream cashmere shawl (few moth holes)
with silk braid and fringe.