FRENCH BISQUE AUTOMATON FROM MAISON A. GIROUX. 11” H.
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FRENCH BISQUE AUTOMATON FROM MAISON A. GIROUX. 11” H. Marks: Maison A. Giroux Paris, Bronzes, Fantaisies Joets D’Enfants. Upon a green painted tin base with three wheels is standing a petite bisque-headed doll with sparkling blue paperweight eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, wire upper arms, bisque forearms, carton moule torso and legs, painted gold boots, wearing original silk dress with gilt trim and pink ribbons, holds powder puff in right hand and gold fan in left hand. When keywound the stand propels the doll forward. Commentary: Vichy, circa 1875; doll has lovely pale bisque, fine decoration.NOTE: The wire at the right foot has loosened from the base and needs attention to enable additional movements.
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FRENCH BISQUE AUTOMATON FROM MAISON A. GIROUX. 11” H.
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