Tiny French Bisque Bebe by Jules Steiner with Rare Bisque Hands

Live Auction

8" (20 cm.) Bisque socket head, bright blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde fleecy wig over Steiner pate, French composition body with jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, bisque hands, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: J. Steiner Bte SGDG A 1. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1890. Value Points: most charming tiny size Steiner bebe with original body, original bisque hands with beautifully-sculpted fingers.