EARLY FRENCH PAPER MACHE FASHION DOLL IN ORIGINAL COSTUME. 15". Paper mache shoulderhead with black human hair wig fitted over painted black pate with tendril details around the face, dark glass enamel eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, kid fashion body with separately-stitched fingers, fitted organdy costume over cotton underclothing, velvet bonnet, original paper shoes, second place ribbon from UFDC National Convention. Commentary: Circa 1845 elegant fashion lady with lustrous patina, all-original, a few craze lines, two small mends on kid arms, otherwise very good condition.