#331

French Bisque Character, Model 255, by SFBJ, as Jester in Original Costume
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$900
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Description
14" (36 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, blonde mohair wig, French composition body with jointing at hips, knees, elbows and shoulders, vibrant silk jester costume and original shoes with impressed figure of doll. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 255 Paris 8/0. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912. Value Points: rare model with original painted clown decorations.