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Beautiful French Bisque Poupee by Pierre-Francois Jumeau with Original Wig
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$3,200
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16" (41 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, large pale blue glass enamel eyes with darker blue iris outlined, painted lashes, lightly-feathered brows, accented nostrils, pale outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with shapely torso, gusset-jointing at elbows, hips and knees. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2. Comments: French, circa 1870, Pierre-Francois Jumeau. Value Points: especially beautiful model whose delicate bisque is enhanced by pleasing large eyes, original wig, very sturdy original body, antique bronze-green and ivory fashionable gown, matching bonnet, undergarments, heeled kidskin shoes.