French Bisque Lady as Mannequin, Attributed to Bru

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63" (160 cm.) Bisque socket head with oval facial shape, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with beautifully shaded and outlined lips, brunette human hair; the head affixed to non-original later mannequin body with detachable arms which is presented in an 1875 era black silk dress with elaborate trim. Condition: bisque head is excellent. Comments: bisque head is likely from the firm of Bru who advertised mannequin heads during the 1880 era. Value Points: very beautiful face enhanced by finest quality of complexion and painting of features, splendid eyes.