#268

Petite French Bisque Poupee by Jumeau in Lilac Silk Gown,Size 2
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$1,700
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11" (28 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, large blue glass paperweight eye of great depth, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with shapely torso, gusset-jointing, stitched and separated finger. Condition: generally excellent, body especially sturdy. Marks: 2 (head and shoulders) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878. Value Points: petite poupee has gorgeous deep paperweight eyes, beautiful painting, original wig, pate, earrings, antique gown, bonnet, undergarments, shoes.