#82

Early French Bisque Poupee in Original Costume
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$2,000
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Description
14" (35 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, pale blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, original French kid body with shapely torso, tiny waist, one piece shapely legs, gusset-jointed elbows, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1868, the portrait-like facial modeling is enhanced by choice bisque and painting, original wig, very rare to find original silk maroon fashion gown with lace and silk bows, undergarments, leather shoes.