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Description
19" (48 cm.) Wax-over-paper-mache swivel head on paper-mache shoulder plate features two
different faces,one smiling with closed mouth and blue glass inset eyes,and the other with
modeled closed eyes as though sleeping; the faces are alternately revealed by pivoting the head
and wig in a very simple manner,muslin body,wax-over-paper-mache lower limbs,blonde
mohair wig. Condition: very good,some typical minor craquelure and wax darkening. Comments:
Germany,circa 1875. Value Points: rare double-faced lady doll with pristine original body and
fabulous antique gown of ivory and aqua silk with braid trim,undergarments,bonnet.