May 16, 2018 Toys, Dolls, & Figural Cast Iron
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/16/2018
Pressed bisque socket head incised only "14." Has distinctive "Longface" with turned up nose, closed mouth with light white space between the lips, applied pierced ears, and smooth bisque with peaches and cream complexion. Condition of the head is very good, with slight excess coloring in the molding on the side, especially the right side, tiny wig pull atop the rear of head, and a minuscule flake at bottom of neck socket. She is on her original, fully jointed French wood and composition body, with straight wrists, and stamped on the torso in blue "Jemeau Medaille D’Or Paris". Body finish is mostly original, with only slight paint wear on fingertips, and at joints. She’s appropriately dressed in a cream colored antique dress with white lace, hold flack leather shoes, an antique bond mohair wig with side part over a cork pate, and wearing a burgundy and peach ribbon bonnet. She stands 29 – 1/2".
Item Dimensions: 29 – 1/2" T.