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Description
8.5" (22 cm.) Sculpted earthenware shoulder head
of adult lady with carved hair arranged in topknot
with tumbling curls onto her shoulders,sculpted
ears,ample bosom,beautifully painted facial
features and complexion,hemp-wrapped body,sculpted
fingers and lower legs with defined boots,original
silk and velvet costume with embroidered
trim,necklace and bracelets. Condition: generally
excellent,one baby fingertip broken. Comments:
Neopolitan,early 19th century. Value Points:
exceptional detail of sculpting and costume on the
rare petite model.