#144

Rare French Bisque Character, 255, by SFBJ as Jester
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$1,400
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Description
17" (43 cm.) Bisque socket head with untinted complexion and painted jester decorations, blue glass inset eyes, painted lower lashes, incised upper eyeliner, one stroke curvy brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with impressed dimples at lip corners, auburn mohair wig, French composition body with jointing at hips, knees and shoulders, vibrant silk jester costume. Condition: generally excellent, one baby finger missing. Marks: SFBJ 255 Paris 0. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912. Value Points: rare model with excellent quality of painted jester decorations.