#183

German Black Paper Mache Doll in Original Costume
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$450
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13"(33 cm.) Paper mache shoulder head with ebony black complexion,black glass eyes,painted lashes and brows,closed mouth,black fleecy wig,muslin covered straw-filled body,paper mache lower arms and legs. Condition: very good,toes missing on left foot,minor craqueluere on face. Comments: Germany,circa 1870. Value Points: all original doll with original finish,and original well-detailed costume including tall hat that matches his pants,carrying banjo.