#190

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier
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$2,600
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Description
16" (40 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, pale grey glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French kid gusset jointed poupee body with stitched and separated fingers. CONDITION: Generally excellent. MARKS: 2 (head and right shoulder) F.G. (left shoulder). COMMENTS: Gaultier, circa 1875. VALUE POINTS: Lovely fashion doll with delicate bisque, very sturdy original body, wears original costume of blue/white striped cotton two- piece gown with lace ruffle, silk bonnet, undergarments, leather boots.