Mignonette with Rare Jointed Elbows

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5 1/2" (14 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, single stroke brows, closed mouth, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, ball- jointing at elbows, brunette mohair waist-length wig, wearing antique teal blue silk dress with lace trim, muslin under blouse, matching bonnet, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 0 Bte. Comments: from the original patent design of Ferdinand Sustrac, circa 1880. Value Points: rare jointed-elbow feature enhances the charm of the early swivel head mignonette with bare feet, most delicate expression.