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An All-Original French Bisque Poupee by Jumeau
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$3,800
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Description
15" (38 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, grey glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pale accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig in original coiffure over cork pate, kid fashion body with shapely waist, one piece kid arms and legs, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2 (head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1880. Value Points: rare signed poupee in perfectly preserved original state, original wig, pate, signed body that is very sturdy, original winter white woolen dress with fur stole, very elaborate bonnet, undergarments, white leather shoes, bone-handled parasol.