#205

Petite French Bisque Poupee in Original Costume
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$4,000
sold
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Description
14" (35 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, narrow dark blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, arched brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French kid gusset jointed body, stitched and separated fingers. Condition; generally excellent. Marks: 1. Comments: circa 1870, mystery maker. Value Points: compelling portrait like expression on the petite poupee with original wig, body, bronze silk gown with turquoise borders.