BRU, SMILING BISQUE POUPEE WITH WOODEN ARMS
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SUPERB BRU BISQUE POUPEE WITH WOODEN ARMS AND “MONA LISA” SMILE. Marks: H (incised back of head); Depose (incised front crown rim). 18”. Bisque swivel head on bisque shoulderplate, blue paperweight eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, multi-feathered and arched brows, closed mouth with Mona Lisa smile, accented lips, pierced ears, original blonde human hair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with gusset joints, all-wooden arms with dowel jointing at shoulders, elbows and wrists, costumed in fine black silk fashion gown with decorative red stitching detail, red silk lining and ribbons, extended train, antique black leather boots. Commentary: Circa1870’s by Leon Casimir Bru; a most beautiful example with finest quality bisque and facial decoration, excellent original body, well-costumed.
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BRU, SMILING BISQUE POUPEE WITH WOODEN ARMS
Estimate $3,500 - $4,500
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