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Rare "fortune-telling doll" on a wooden base.
Unmarked. 19th century.
Composition body, wax, wood, cardboard. H 69 cm.
A doll reminiscent of an automaton, with a wax-coated bust, inlaid brown glass eyes, a blonde mohair wig, a cardboard body, molded limbs, and an extraordinary paper coat featuring partially handwritten “fortune-telling sayings” in various languages (including French and Greek) between the folds. On an old wooden base showing significant signs of age and inactive woodworm infestation. Significant signs of age and defects, a missing patch of wax on the face. With restorations.
For this lot, we recommend in-person pickup, fine art transport, or shipping via ThePackengers.
Call time: Oct. 28, 2026 | estimated 10:11 a.m. (CET)
Limit 390 €
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