$4,994
Bru Smiler Bisque Swivel Head Wood-Bodied Lady Doll, France, c. 1870s, narrow blue lined paperweight eyes, closed smiling mouth, finely lined eyebrows, rosy cheek coloring, pierced ears, head and left shoulder impressed D, cork pate, reddish brown soft mohair wig with braid and long curls, fully articulated wood body with classic Bru ball-jointed waist, articulated ankles (minor wear to original finish), white cotton undergarments of the period, original commercial gold silk two-piece evening dress with long train and rows of lace-trimmed pleating (silk melting on jacket front and sleeves), brown leather high boots, ht. 15 in.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2001-12-15