#144

Bisque Poupee from Au Paradis des Enfants
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$2,900
sold
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Description
17" (43 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner encircles the eyecut, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French kid fashion body with shapely torso, gusset jointing at hips, knees, elbows, stitched and separated fingers, nicely costumed in aqua silk satin gown of antique fabrics. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4 (shoulderplate) Au Paradis des Enfants, Perreau Fils (body label). Comments: circa 1870. Value Points: especially beautiful face with choicest bisque, original boutique label on sturdy body, included is trunk with two additional costumes (one of antique fabrics, one is antique), two parasols and other accessories.