#220

An All-Original French Bisque Poupee Attributed to Jumeau
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Description

12" (31 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, lightly feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, shapely kid fashion body with tiny waist, shaped limbs, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent, body near mint except some wire rust on fingers. Marks: 0. Comments: attributed to Jumeau, circa 1875. Value Points: in fine unplayed with condition, the doll wears original elaborate costume of Normandy including coiffe, gown, blue silk apron, earrings, and gilt ormolu accessories including classes, hair pins, brooch, and watch and fob.