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Early 20th Century French Marotte or Milliners Woman's Head

About the Item

A wonderful paper maché French marotte or milliners head. In front of the head, word Poupette(?) presumably the store she was made for, with "P. Clere" on the backside the maker of the head. Head has a very roaring 1920s flapper look to it, was use for displaying hats and or head covers.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 5.63 in (14.31 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Head shows dings, cracks, marks and chips. Over all it still displays nicely, and would still show a hat well. More photos on request.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU955027584812
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