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Description
17" (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged
bisque shoulder plate with rich ebony
complexion,dark brown enamel inset eyes,black
eyeliner,black painted lashes and brows,closed
mouth with coral-shaped lips,pierced ears,black
mohair wig over cork pate,dark brown kid poupee
body with shapely torso,gusset-jointed hip,knees
and elbows,stitched and separated fingers.
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 3 (head and
shoulder) F.G. (shoulder). Comments:
Gaultier,circa 1878,the doll was likely
commissioned by a luxury Parisian shop,created to
capture the wealthy Eastern travelers who visited
Paris during the L'Exposition Internationale of
1878. Value Points: rare model with outstanding
flawless complexion,original sturdy body,and
wearing original Persian costume with elaborate
jewelry and embroidered brocades and silks.