#174

Rare, Pair of Italian Composition Dolls by Burgare
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$2,400
sold
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Description
Each 17" (43 cm). Each has composition socket- head with very plump shape, painted facial features, blue or brown painted eyes in seductive manner with painted eyeshadow, eyeliner, brows, tiny nose, closed mouth, very elaborate original ornate mohair wig in 17th-century court style, uniquely modeled plump composition body with jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, the man with anatomical detail. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Burgarella of Italy, circa 1925. Value Points: dolls by this firm are rarely found, this pair has distinctive facial and body modeling, perfectly preserved original wig and elaborate court costumes.