#79

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier in Rare Original Velvet Courtier Costume
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Description
19" (48 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pale accented lips, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, original firmly-stuffed muslin body with shoulder and hip jointing. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F.G. 4. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1875. Value Points: wearing original elaborate velvet and silk theatrical costume of 18th century French courtier.