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$2,200
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- Estimate
- $2,800 / $3,200
Description
15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, cobalt blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, lightly-feathered brows and lashes, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at elbows, hips and knees, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: L Depose 2 D. Comments: Louis Doleac, circa 1870, the facial model for his poupee was unique; he offered "undressed and dressed poupees" from his establishment at 72 Rue des Archives to luxury Parisian stores. Value Points: rare poupee with very beautiful facial model and bisque.