Lot 45

Garments appear to be original and showing extensive aging, wear, fading and particularly fraying overall
Chips to two fingers
Hat likely later replaced
Doll has pierced ears, but no earrings present
Silk curtain and covering for puppet theatre likely later replaced
Wear and fading velvet base overall
Movement appears to function well, however the doll has not been played through a whole cycle.

Please note this condition report was conducted at sight only (no garments were removed or mechanics inspected)


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Theriaults, Bijoux, Florida, January 7, 2018, lot 153

A similar example by Renou is shown in 'Automata, The Golden Age 1848-1914', Christian and Sharon Bailly, 1987, page 192