This 19" French Fashion doll by Bru portrays Empress Eugenie of France and has a rare body style. The body has bru sculpted bisque hands and is marked G (head) and H (shoulderplate). Circa 1872.
Franch Fashion Doll by Bru Poetraying Empress Eugenie
From the Theriault's Auction of the Antique Doll Collection of Madame Petyt
From Denise Van Patten, About.com
Price realized at auction: $8,500.
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