#233

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier in Ivory Satin
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$2,000
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Description
18" (46 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner encircles the eyecut, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid fashion body with shapely torso, gusset-jointed arms and legs, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent, slight wear to fingers. Marks: F.G. (in scroll) 4. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1885. Value Points: the doll with pristine and very sturdy body (except fingers) wears her orignal chemise under lovely ivory satin gown of antique fabrics, lace veil, bouquet.