#143

Large French Bisque Poupee by Jumeau with Beautiful Original Costume
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$2,500
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22" (56 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,large brown glass paperweight inset eyes,dark painted eyeliner,painted lashes,brush-stroked and multi-feathered brows,accented eye corners,shaded nostrils,closed mouth with outlined lips,pierced ears,original grey mohair wig arranged in upswept chignon,kid poupee body with shapely torso,gusset- jointed elbows and hips,stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 8. Comments: Jumeau,circa 1880. Value Points: beautiful large poupee with wonderful expression and bisque,very sturdy and clean body,wearing original patterned silk costume with padding to achieve a buxom fit appropriate for the style,black velvet jacket,undergarments,leather shoes.