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Description
14" (36 cm.) Paper-mache shoulder head with
slightly modeled bosom,oval-shaped face with full
cheeks,broad throat,large black glass enamel inset
eyes,painted lashes and brows,closed mouth,blushed
cheeks,muslin firmly-stuffed body,wearing antique
calico print dress,undergarments,sewn-on leather
boots. Her back sculpted hair is drawn looped
completely over her ears,with pronounced
comb-marks,into tightly coiled chignon at the back
of her head. Condition: generally excellent.
Comments: Germany,circa 1850. Value Points:
appealing petite size with very beautiful creamy
complexion,original finish,enamel eyes,modeled bosom.