This papier mache lady doll is circa 1820. She had a beautiful and rare hairstyle, and she was purchased by the Kansas City Toy and Miniatures Museum for a very healthy $24,000 against an estimate of $2,000/$3,000.
Early German Papier Mache Lady With Elaborate Hairstyle Circa 1820
From Denise Van Patten, About.com
Early German Papier Mache Lady With Elaborate Hairstyle at the LEGO Museum Auction
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