#122

French Bisque Portrait Poupee in Original Suit of Armor
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$2,300
sold
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Description
14" (35 cm). Bisque socket-head with portrait- like features, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, mohair wig, moustache and beard, carton torso and legs, wooden hands. Condition: generally excellent, old hairline at back of head. Marks: 1. Comments: French, circa 1870. Value Points: portrait-like face and original presentation on velvet-covered wooden base, original suit of armor with chain link sleeves, and trim, removable helmet.