#82

Bisque Poupee by Jumeau in Grand Size with Original Rare Costume
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$5,000
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23" (58 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-lined bisque shoulder plate, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, kid poupee body with gusset jointing, stitched and separated fingers and toes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 9 (head, and artist checkmarks) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878. Value Points: grand size poupee with pristine condition of body and bisque, is wearing original couturier costume to portray Napoleon or Napoleon-era gentleman, comprising fitted white woolen long coat, trousers and leggings, fine silk patterned double-breasted vest with gold buttons, shirt, tunic, stockings, leather shoes, and black felt tricorn hat with French rosette.