From the genius of Pierre Victor Clement, we offer one of his firm's very unique fashion dolls. This marvelous example stands seventeen and one-half inches tall, and bears a lovely and perfect bisque head and shoulderplate. Details include expressive spiral-threaded paperweight eyes in even eyecuts, gorgeous painting to the lashes, lips and brows, pierced-through ears, and a very full honey blonde mohair wig retaining its original set.
The "blown kid", or hollow leather body which is synonymous with the Clement name is very close in appearance to the gutta-percha one utilized on Huret poupees – in fact Clement designed his as a replacement body for the Huret.
This body is in very good condition with all joints intact, and the paint finish is excellent. There is however a bit of denting to the right foot – a crease actually, but of course, this is not at all noticeable when the doll is dressed. The leather collarette which joins the shoulder plate to the body bears the requisite stamp:
"POUPEE BREVETÉE S.G.D.G."
Madame Clement wears an elegant promenade ensemble in cream and lilac silk stripe, complete with extensive, contrasting jet bead decoration. A glimmering chapeau in jet beads and drops, black lace and silk velvet completes the visual effect, while a wonderful pair of brown leather boots marked C.C 4 adorn her feet.
Truly, a rare and wonderful opportunity.

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SOLD
Thank you, R.

What a dazzling sensation is Mlle. Gesland in her exquisite cream silk bridal gown!
From the firm of François Gaultier, this wonderful sixteen-inch fashion features an extremely lovely bisque swivel head, gorgeous multi-hued, blue paperweight eyes accentuated with delicately feathered brows and lashes, her original honey blond mohair wig, and pierced ears.
On a desirable patented Gesland body with perfect bisque hands and bare feet, she wears a spectacular ensemble. Details of her lovely gown include fine ruching upon the bodice and the skirt in front, a dramatic draped and pleated train, crystal rope beading upon the cuffs, bodice and skirt, while scattered use of chiffon and lace add just the right monochromatic accents. A sumptuous tulle veil, hand made satin slippers, a floral head dress and a bouquet of silk blossoms add the finishing touches to this infinitely appealing bride.

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$5900.00

Fifteen and one half inch "Waltzing Steiner Bride" featuring a perfect bisque swivel head, blue paperweight eyes, an open mouth with teeth and an original strawberry blonde mohair wig. She wears a lovely bridal gown trimmed with silk fringe and lace, while her tulle veil is secured with a pearl and gilt metal hair ornament.
On a muslin-covered carton body which encloses her mechanism, when wound, this bride will glide down the aisle, her lovely bisque arms (repair to finger on left) lifting and lowering her bouquet, and for some reason emitting a cry! Obviously, she is overcome with emotion on her very special day!

$6800.00

Portrait Jumeau

Measuring just 18-1/2” - this extremely rare, small size Portrait Jumeau undoubtedly possesses outstanding presence. Her perfect bisque swivel head is flawless, while her cornflower blue eyes with delicately feathered brows are stunning. She has pierced ears with lovely pink luster earrings, an antique mohair wig expertly styled in an attractive coif and…a soft, knowing smile. On a classic kid leather body, she wears a very stately, claret silk gown exquisitely trimmed in burgundy velvet, fine ecru lace and a myriad of fancy silver buttons. Her matching French straw chapeau is also trimmed in velvet, as well as enhanced with tiny, colorful glass fruit and silk florets. Her under things are antique.
This exquisite lady is a dream come true.

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$7900.00

Early fourteen-inch Blampoix china shoulderhead fashion, (that is cute as a button) featuring a boutique-stamped body.  Further details include a lovely finish and coloring, including a beauty speck, cobalt blue glass eyes in even and generous eyecuts, her original curly lamb wig and – personality-plus!
On a very clean leather body with perfect china arms, which feature amazing shading and nail detail, her torso is stamped “D’ AUTREMONT – RUE DU DAUPHIN – PARIS”.
Mademoiselle is exquisitely costumed in an eighteenth-century-inspired dress in mint green striped silk, with floral bands at the sleeves and upon the swag at her waist – magnifique! She also wears a straw chapeau niçoise enhanced by cheerful fleurs, but do not miss her wonderful heeled shoes!

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Thank you, G.

Appearing nearly as she did when she stood upon the store shelves in 1875, this classic Jumeau is one any serious fashion collector should be proud to call their own.  This sixteen-inch model bears a youthful look, with a perfect bisque head and shoulder plate, early spiral-threaded glass eyes in a pleasing shade, pierced ears, and a fabulous wig that features a delicate braid and the original “frizzles” at the forehead.
We have not undressed this example due to the fragile nature of her all-original costume, but it appears her kid body is in very good condition.
The original ensemble, in tan and chocolate brown silk, features amazing styling and details.  Yes, there are scattered repairs and weak areas upon the costume, but to our eyes, the benefits of having this lovely doll in her original dress, totally outweigh these issues.