Jacob Petit China Lady

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Jacob Petit China Lady, France, c. 1840, fine quality pink-tinted glazed porcelain shoulder head with long neck, front of shoulder plate inscribed PAR BREVET, painted and molded features with blue eyes, center part painted hairstyle with swept-back braids below exposed ears extending to the back and ending in a small coiled bun, fine brush stroked hair at the nape of the neck, cloth body with kid arms, wearing pink silk dress, ht. 19 in., (excellent, inherent firing flaw on side of nose).
Estimate $7,000-9,000

excellent, inherent firing flaw on side of nose

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