#101

French Bisque Poupee with Extra Articulations of Neck
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Description
7" (18 cm.) Pale bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes,painted lashes,lightly feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with accented lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig,kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at hips,knees and elbows,stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French,circa 1865,the lady had deluxe neck articulation first deposed by Dehors that allows her to tilt her head side to side or forward,rather than simply swivel. Value Points: beautiful lady doll with sturdy body,lovely silk costume,extra neck articulation.