#218

Gorgeous French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier in a Regal Size 9
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$3,300
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Description
30" (76 cm.) Pale bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,pale blue glass paperweight inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,rose blushed eye shadow,feathered brows,accented eye corners,shaded nostrils,closed mouth with outlined lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig over cork pate,French kid-gusset-jointed poupee body with stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 9 (head and shoulder plate). Comments: Gaultier,circa 1870. Value Points: rare dramatic size is enhanced by gorgeous pale bisque and splendid eyes,sturdy body,and lovely silk costume.