#262

French Bisque Poupee in Lovely Early Gown
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$1,900
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$1,800 / $2,300
Description
17" (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with delicately-accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with gusset jointing at hips, knees and elbows. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1875. Value Points: the classic golden era poupee has splendid bisque and delicate complexion, wearing lovely early aqua silk gown.