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17" (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, lightly feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined pale lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid gusset-jointed lady body with shapely waist, stitched and separated fingers, wearing ivory satin wedding gown with wax orange blossoms and Alencon lace, undergarments, cream kid shoes, stockings, and, curiously, carrying a silver-handled ivory silk parasol. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to Pierre-Francois Jumeau, circa 1870. Value Points: beautiful bisque and expression enhanced by superb original ivory silk gown and accessories including bridal bouquet and parasol.