This doll is about 30” tall. Has the original tag that describes the item. It was kept in a glass case since we got it. We got it sometime between 1979 and 1982 at an auction at Easter Seals (or might have been a March of Dimes) by Dunham in Cottage Grove. I think maybe Susan? There is no damage. Probably got held a dozen times but not once in the last 20-25 years. Just stored behind glass. I remember something special about the hair being human and the non porcelain parts of the body was leather. I can’t see where to add pictures. She’s blond with a blue silk dress. Here is the description the artist gave us with the doll FRENCH BRU CIRCA 1880 The French "BRU" is one of the most sought after of all the old dolls. The original model of this doll recently sold for $16,500.00 dollars attesting to this fact. This particular replica is dressed in all pure silks and has leather shoes, glass paperweight eyes from Europe, and a leather body. She is valued at $360.00 DONATED BY: DUNHAM PORCELAIN ART 36429 Row River Road Cottage Grove, Oregon 97424 942-2836 Thank you
Dimensions
30” tall
Acquired From:
Other
Hi Michelle, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A reproduction French Bru doll mid/late 20th Century Bisque porcelain head with painted features, blond hair, leather body and shoes, blue silk dress and glass paperweight eyes. 30 inches tall CONDITION: reported to be in very good condition PROVENANCE: Dunham Porcelain Art, Cottage Grove, OR $250-350* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
