This is a precise REPLICA of a 1930's department store display bust that was molded directly from a vintage model. I believe the original to be of European origin because of the 1/4" hole in the base. I have seen other vintage busts from Paris of this era with the same size stand hole and was probably designed to fit over a base with a 1/4" metal rod. This model was definitely designed for jewelry display and some of the upscale stores from this era imported them to contrast with their lesser prestigious competitors. 

This model is 17 1/2" in height with a 6" x 6" base. Her forehead circumference is 17" making her a hat display for only the smaller and child size hats (see photo below for the relative size to a life-size model). The early jewelry display models were often smaller to make the displayed jewelry appear more noticeable and even somewhat overwhelming. This display bust would make the jewelry look super in a storefront window from the period where this street advertising was so important and window space was limited. The jewelry is for display only and is not included in the sale.