Extremely Rare and All-Original German Paper-Mache Lady with Extraordinary Coiffure

Solid-domed paper-mache shoulder head with oval face and elongated throat and modeled bosom ,black glass enamel inset eyes,black eyeliner,painted lashes,lightly-feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth,accented lips, kid gusset-jointed poupee body with shapely torso,stitched and separated fingers. Her serenely beautiful face is enhanced by the brunette human hair hand-tied wig in extraordinary original and elaborate coiffure with decorative beads,ribbons and braids.



Condition: generally excellent.

Value Points: very beautiful regal lady with fine original lustrous patina,wearing superb gown

Germany,circa 1830, Andreas Voit for the French market,

Comments: Andreas Voit, circa 1825, German immigrant to France, created these elegant ladies, considered the premiere French poupee models, with heads commissioned from his native Germany, and with bodies, wigs, and costumes created in his adopted French home. Value Points: the stately presence of the elegant lady is enhanced by her splendid coiffure, and fine original wedding ensemble including undergarments, silk slippers with ankle ties, embroidered tulle fichu, elaborate coiffe and floral bouquet of wax orange blossoms.
54 cm tall

Condition: Cracks on the chest plate and lips slightly worn,

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