A fine and rare late 18th century English wooden doll

A fine and rare late 18th century English wooden doll, carved, turned and painted with inset dark glass eyes, black dotted eyelashes, black dotted underlined arched eyebrows, red painted long thin mouth and two nostril dots, rosy cheeks, slight chin, top of head covered with nailed on brown silk, strands of brown hair sewn to silk, flat back and rounded chest, white kid arms with individual fingers and thumb, carved and jointed wooden legs, original dark red floral printed high waisted day dress, blue silk sash, net cap with ribbon trim, interesting underclothes comprising a white cotton chemise with front opening at waist, wrap around stays with cream wool petticoat attached, drawers and white stockings —21in. (53.5cm.) high (tip of nose rubbed and legs reattached with wire)

Condition Report - Please see additional image(s), don't believe the kid knee joints is not original. We are pleased to provide condition reports for guidance only and offer this service as a courtesy to our clients. Please be advised any statement of opinion listed is subjective and not a statement of fact by Special Auction Services. Reports are based solely on our own opinion and are for guidance only. We strongly urge prospective purchasers to inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition. Notwithstanding this report, all lots are offered and sold in accordance with our terms and conditions.