#226

Mignonette with Swivel Head and Original Costume
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$2,000
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Description
6 1/2" (16 cm). Solid domed bisque swivel head, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, brunette mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted white stockings and brown two-strap shoes. Condition: generally excellent, tiny eye rim flake. Comments: French, circa 1882. Value Points: very beautiful face with artistically painted features and choice bisque, swivel head, original rose silk costume and undergarments.