#233

Poupee by Gaultier
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$2,500
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15" (38 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, almond-shaped grey glass enamel eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with shaded lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid lady body with shapely torso, gusset-jointed limbs, separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1875. Value Points: the beautiful poupee wears exceptional antique wedding costume comprising ivory satin gown with fitted jacket and extended train, two matching petticoats with trains, undergarments, boots, and long veil with coronet of wax orange blossoms.