Antique Wax Sculpture

Antique French Wax Mannequin Head Bottle Stopper Flapper Girl c.1920s Hand Painted Vanity Display

Name: Antique French Wax Mannequin Head Bottle Stopper Flapper Girl c.1920s Hand Painted Vanity Display
Brand: Antique Wax Sculpture
Price: 225.00 USD
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Type:: Bottle stopper | Decorative object
Subject:: Flapper Girl
Era:: Jazz Age (1920 - 1935)
Circa:: 1920s
Origin:: France
Material:: Wax, cork, metal chain
Dimensions:: 4 ½″ high (including cork); 3″ head
Condition:: Very Good (VG) | Antique
Color:: Beige gold, blonde, natural tones

Charming 1920s French Flapper in Wax — A Rare Vanity Accent with Storybook Appeal

Collector’s Note

French wax mannequin heads from the early 20th century are highly sought after for their expressive detail and connection to fashion history. Often used in millinery shops or dressmaker studios, these heads reflect the evolving style of the Jazz Age. Examples that retain original hair, hand-painted features, and unusual adaptations—such as bottle stoppers—are especially desirable for collectors of boudoir objects and decorative curiosities.

This antique French wax mannequin head, styled as a young flapper girl and dating to the 1920s, is a beautifully handcrafted example of early 20th century display artistry—reimagined as a bottle stopper. Pieces like this were often used in millinery displays or boudoir settings, and this example carries both decorative charm and functional curiosity.

Her delicately modeled face features hand-painted eyes, brows, and lips, giving her a soft, expressive presence characteristic of the era. Beneath her flapper-style scarf or hat—rendered in a warm beige-gold tone—original blonde curls peek through, adding dimension and authenticity. A small decorative chain drapes across the headpiece, enhancing the sense of period styling and movement.

Mounted atop a cork, the head transforms into a unique bottle stopper, blending sculptural form with practical use. Whether displayed on a vanity, bar cart, or within a collection of French decorative objects, she offers a striking and uncommon visual focal point.

The wax head measures approximately 3″ tall, or 4 ½″ including the cork. Condition is very good for its age, with minor paint loss to the facial features and a small impression on the chin from the chain. The chain is loose on one side but can be easily tucked beneath the scarf. The cork remains in very good condition. Please review all photographs carefully for details of condition and craftsmanship.

✨ Decorating Appeal

A striking accent for vanities, bar carts, or curated shelves, this piece blends sculptural beauty with conversation-starting charm. Its soft patina, delicate features, and flapper-era styling make it equally at home in vintage-inspired interiors or eclectic modern spaces.

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