SALE Armand Marseille 390 Antique Bisque Doll w/Provenance

Dolls : Antique : Marseille

 

This pretty girl measures 18" tall, and is an antique bisque head doll on a composition and paper mache 'stick' body. Her head is marked 'Made in Germany. Armand Marseille. 390, 1 1/2M. On the back of her torso, these words are written in pencil "From Mr. Potts. 25 Dec. 1911. To Lucy (or possibly Lissy, last name unreadable)".

Condition: Her head is free of hairlines and cracks. I believe her eyes have been reset. She is missing a bit of eye wax, and has a nose rub. Her wig is a synthetic replacement. It is wonderfully full, and in great condition.Her eyes are a gorgeous blue, and sleep nicely. Her brows are multi-stroke, and in general, her facial painting is beautifully done. Her body has had a repair to one foot, and the tip of the other is chipped. Her silk dress is shattered in several places, but is still sturdy enough for her to wear as long as she is not overly handled.

She is a sweet little girl, and I've enjoyed having her in my collection for many years.

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Item ID: RL-147