#44

French Bisque Poupee with Lovely Early Gown
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$4,400
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$2,800 / $3,400
Description
18" (46 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, small blue glass inset eyes with darker blue outer rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, unpierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at hips, knees and elbows. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4. Comments: French, circa 1867. Value Points: very lovely quality of bisque and painting, sturdy body, wearing beautiful early gown with elaborate overlay of pleated and ruffled lace and gold bows, undergarments, leather boots.