22nd Feb, 2024 12:00

The Important Private Antique Doll Collection of Austin Smith and Margaret Harkin - Part 1

 
  Lot 158
 

158

A large 19th century Lucy Peck poured wax lady doll

Sold for £1,600
Estimated at £400 - £600


 

A large 19th century Lucy Peck poured wax lady doll, the slightly turned to the right shoulder head with inset striated blue glass eyes, pointed nose, inserted brown eye brows and centre-parted hair held in a bun at the back of the head, the elongated neck with moulded breasts, stuffed body with wax limbs, shaped arms and brass tie-holes, pink satin dress with lace trim, black velvet ribbons, bustle and cream velvet train printed with pink roses, coarse woven petticoat, silk petticoat, wool petticoat, cotton petticoat, pantaloons, knitted socks, red kid slippers, black and white drawstring back and bone fan —26in. (66cm.) high (old repair across shoulders, fading, ageing and slight damage to clothes)