This Tete Jumeau is early (1885) and large at 30". Also, the doll is wearing a completely original couturier costume. She is marked Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 14 (and artist check marks) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body).
Large, Early Tete Jumeau In All Original Costume c. 1885
From the Theriault's Auction of the Antique Doll Collection of Madame Petyt
By Denise Van Patten, About.com Guide
Price Realized at Auction: $23,000.
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