#288

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier
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$8,750
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25" (63 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, almond shaped brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner encircles the eyecuts,painted lashes, brush stroked and multi- feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair body over cork pate, all- wooden fully articulated body with dowel jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, swivel wrists, additional pivot jointing at mid-thighs and mid-upper arms allowing infinite articulation possibilities. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F.G.8. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1870. Value Points: exceptionally large and beautiful poupee with extra luxury articulation; included is lovely gown of antique fabrics.