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A superb french antique wasp or guepe waist mannequin in lovely antique condition circa 1860 complete with original stand. The early mannequins were made of papier mache and are incredibly robust, this one complete with its linen cover. Anyone wanting one of these wonderful period pieces will doubtless know a lot more about them than i do but i will attempt to point out a few details.

There are some signs of age and wear understandably but the stitching is almost perfect and there are no dents at all in the form itself. The quality and top finial and metal reinforced legs suggest this one was made by the paris company stockman but i cant find a name anywhere on it. There are some old pins that have been left in on the chest which i have left in place but they could of course be removed. Also there is what looks like lace thats been adhered to the top of the neck which, again, i have left.

Fantastic shop display or purely as a stand alone decorative antique. More photos available on demand.

Full height from top to bottom is 147cm (58). Weight less than 5 kilos.

This item is made of wood and papier mache.