22nd Feb, 2024 12:00

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

 
  Lot 159
 

159

A large mid 19th century English wax papier-mache doll

Sold for £270
Estimated at £150 - £200


 

A large mid 19th century English wax papier-mache doll, the shoulder-head with dark glass eyes, pointed nose, brown hair wig, stuffed body with strait legs and kid arms, a later 19th century blue and white satin bustle dress with blonde trim, stays, chemise, cotton and muslin petticoats, short silk drawers and the bottom half of pantaloons only —31 1/2in. (80cm.) high (cracking and repairs to head and shoulders)