#170

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier with Original Ensemble 2300/2800
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$1,800
sold
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Description
18" (46 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, pale blue paperweight eyes with spiral threading and darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at elbows, hips and knees. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4 (head and shoulderplate) F.G. (shoulderplate). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1875. Value Points: beautiful eyes and complexion, the poupee is wearing original elaborate walking ensemble, undergarments, leather boots.