#278

Lovely French Bisque Bebe Bru Jne R with Original Body and Costume
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$7,000
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Description
25" (64 cm.) Bisque socket head, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, dark painted curly lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, shaded nostrils, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, brunette hand-tied human hair wig over cork pate, French composition body with jointing at shoulders and elbows, kid-covered hinged jointing at hips that accommodates to functioning walking mechanism. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Bru Jne R 11. Comments: Maison Bru, circa 1892. Value Points: beautiful bebe with lovely bisque and painting, original body and body finish, lovely antique costume.