#322

Pretty French Bisque Poupee with Painted Eyes
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13" (33 cm.) Pale bisque shoulder head,almond shaped pale blue painted eyes with dark eyeliner and delicately painted lashes and brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with center accent line,un-pierced ears,mohair wig,French kid poupee body with shapely waist,stitched and separated fingers,beautiful silk and lace fashion gown,undergarments,slippers. Condition: generally excellent,body very sturdy. Comments: attributed to Gaultier,circa 1870. Value Points: beautifully painted eyes complement the fine pale complexion on the petite lady.