#163

Pair, Kewpie Bride and Groom in Original Crepe Paper Costumes
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4 3/4" (13 cm.) Each is all-bisque standing Kewpie with jointed arms and eyes glancing at each other (he to the left, she to the right), and each is wearing elaborate factory-original crepe paper costume representing Bride and Groom. The bridal party series was one of the most desirable offered in a 1917 catalog and featured well- detailed costumes. Germany, circa 1917.