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Description
13" (33 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged
bisque shoulderplate, large brown glass enamel
inset eyes, painted lashes, thick brushstroked
brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with
center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair
wig over cork pate, French kid body with gusset
jointing at hips, knees and elbows, stitched and
separated fingers. Condition: generally
excellent. Marks: 3 (head and shoulderplate)
Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments:
Jumeau, circa 1878. Value Points: the doll wears
superbly preserved original folklore costume
representing L'Auvergne region of France, and was
featured in "French Dolls in Folklore Costume" by
Florence Theriault; the costume, doll, body, and
wig are preserved in crisp pristine condition.