#508

American Folk Art Paper Mache Black-Complexioned Doll
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$150
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Estimate
$300 / $400
Description
11" (28 cm.) Paper mache head with painted black complexion, defined large brown painted eyes, closed mouth with full lips, black mohair wig, brown flannel body, black composition lower arms and legs. Condition: very good. Comments: American, late 1800s, an imaginative melange of basic commercial head that is remodeled for this doll, along with handmade body. Value Points: the doll is wearing original lace handmade wedding gown and veil.