#260

Bisque Poupee by Gaultier in Original Folklore Costume
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$1,900
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Description

14" (36 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, brown glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid fashion body with shapely torso, gusset-jointing at elbows, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1 (head and shoulderplate) F.G. (shoulder). Comments: Gaultier, the doll wears all- original elaborate French folklore costume of the Bourbonnais region including coiffe, cashmere shawl, wooden shoes, earrings.