#389

French Bisque Poupee with Brilliant Cobalt Blue Eyes
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$3,000
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$1,800 / $2,200
Description
17" (43 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead, brilliant cobalt blue glass inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with pale accented lips, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, bisque arms to above the elbows. Condition: generally excellent, left thumb restored. Comments: French, circa 1860. Value Points: cobalt eyes beautifully contrast the delicate complexion, lovely teal blue silk dress, undergarments, leather shoes.