05-12-200105-12-2001
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBolton MA
2070
May 12, 2001 10:00 AMCalender
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Early Papier-mch}Shoulder Head Lady Doll

Sell one like this
$316$275
Auction: Sale #2070 - 2070Location: BoltonDate / Time: May 12, 2001 10:00AM

Description:

Early Papier-mch}Shoulder Head Lady Doll, Germany, c. 1840, dark painted eyes, black molded hair, center-part, three long side curls to shoulders, bun in back, original finish (paint lifting on hair, separation at mold join, nose ding but facial paint intact),kid "milliner's model" body, wood limbs, yellow slippers, original cotton undergarments, net overdress (yellowed),ht. 10 3/4 in.
Estimate $200-300

Keywords

Germany, facial paint, paint lifting