#178

Large and Beautiful Poured-Wax Child with Glass Eyes,Possibly Lucy Peck
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$2,200
sold
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Description
26" (66 cm.) Poured-wax shoulder head with rich honey complexion,the plump face turned slightly to the right,blue glass enamel eyes,dark brown outlined eyes and feathered lashes,accented nostrils,closed mouth with downcast pouty lips,inserted wheat blonde human hair,softly stuffed buckram body,poured-wax limbs with brass grommets for attachment to body,antique child̴s dress,undergarments,leather boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (very faded green stamp on torso,possibly From Mrs. Lucy Peck,The Doll̴s House,but mostly illegible). Comments: maker uncertain,late 19th century. Value Points: very beautiful child with wistful expression,appealing honey-toned complexion.