#179

Poupee in Fine Antique Costume
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15" (38 cm). Pale bisque swivel head on kid- edged bisque shoulder plate, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, dark eyeliner, lightly feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accented lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French kid gusset-jointed body with separated fingers, antique ivory silk gown with muslin overlay, undergarments, decorative pearl hair comb, kid boots with early maker's mark. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: circa 1865. Value Points: beautiful pale bisque on the early swivel head lady, very clean and sturdy body, antique costume and boots.