Bisque Smiling Poupee by Leon Casimir Bru

Pricing & History
14 (36 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered arched brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with gentle smiling expression, accented pale lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, original muslin fashion body with shapely waist, square-cut collarette, kid-leather arms with separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: C (head and shoulder). Comments: Leon Casmir Bru, circa 1873, his deposed facial model with unique smiling expression. Value Points: enigmatic smile enhances the beauty of the petite fashion lady, wearing original earrings, blue woolen gown, sky blue cape with silk ribbons, undergarments, leather shoes. Estimate: 2500/3500