#163

Early French Bisque Poupee by Blampoix
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$3,100
sold
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Description
14" (35 cm). Pale bisque swivel head with flat- cut neck socket on bisque shoulderplate, patented neck swivel that allows the head to turn from side to side (rather than completely revolve), plump facial modeling, rich cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, unpierced ears, blonde lambswool wig over cork pate, kid gusset jointed fashion body, stitched and separated fingers, black silk gown, undergarments, silk trimmed bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Blampoix, circa 1860. Value Points: rare swivel head attachment with realistic movement, beautiful expression and quality of bisque.