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Description
9 1/2" (24 cm.) Bisque socket head with rich chocolate-brown complexion, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, lushly-painted black lashes, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, row of porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair curly wig over cork pate, French brown composition and wooden fully-jointed body, wearing antique linen dress with red braid trim, undergarments, stockings, red leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1 (and artist checkmarks). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1890. Value Points: rare size 1 petite bebe has most beautiful complexion with luminous patina, deep paperweight eyes, original wig, body, body finish, earrings and wonderful straw bonnet with red silk ribbon trim.