Rare Bisque Poupee by Dehors with Rare Articulation,Gorgeous Costume,Size 1

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13" (33 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,extra-articulations of neck allowing the head to tilt side-to-side and front-back,brilliant cobalt blue glass enamel eyes,painted lashes,feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig,cork pate,French kid gusset-jointed poupee body with stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1. Comments: circa 1867,the depose allowing additional neck articulations was registered by Dehors in 1867. Value Points: rare size 1,very beautiful expression,brilliant eyes,extra articulation,near mint sturdy body,gorgeous ivory silk faille wedding gown with orange blossom decorations on veil,gown and bouquet.