An antique gusseted kid leather body made for a French fashion doll (poupée de mode), dating to the 19th century. This body-only piece features fine kid leather over a jointed armature, gusset-jointed at the hips and knees for realistic posing, and individually stitched, separated fingers on both hands, a hallmark of the better quality French fashion doll bodies of the period.

MEASUREMENTS
Length: 36 cm. Shoulder width: 11 cm. Sized to accommodate a bisque shoulder head of matching proportions.

CONDITION NOTE
The kid leather shows honest, age-consistent wear throughout, including soiling, surface staining, and some separation at the seams The leather remains supple and the body retains its shape and posability. All photographs form part of the description; please study each one carefully before purchasing.This listing is for the body only — no head, wig, or costume included. Metal stand shown is for display purposes only and not included.

CONDITION SUMMARY
✅ Fine kid leather, gusset-jointed at hips and knees
✅ Individually stitched, separated fingers on both hands
✅ Body retains shape and posability
⚠️ Honest age wear, soiling, and staining throughout
⚠️ Some seam separation at shoulder plate opening
✅ Body only — no head, wig, costume, or stand included

Sold as an antique collectible in the condition described and photographed. Please note-wooden stand not included in the sale.

SHIPPING
Ships carefully packed from France. Please provide a valid phone number and e-mail address at checkout for smooth delivery.