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14" (36 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, brush stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, rose blushed eye shadow, closed mouth, accented lips, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, original muslin poupee body, kid arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1 (head and shoulder plate). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1875 , in traditional costume of Arles from the south of France. Value Points: fabulous pristine condition of the doll and costume, comprising rose silk gown with lace sleevelets and fichu, traditional lace coiffe of Arles, undergarments, leather shoes signed L.D. Paris, and original white opalescent necklace and earrings.