#296

Large French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier
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$3,700
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Description

25" (64 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, pale blue glass enamel inset eyes with darker blue outer rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde human hair over cork pate, French kid fashion body with shapely waist and derriere, gusset-jointing, separated fingers, wearing pale green taffeta gown, undergarments. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 8 (head and shoulders). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1875. Value Points: fine large poupee model with fine quality of bisque and painting. From the Seeley Family Doll Collection.