#247

Petite Early French Bisque Bebe, 5/0, by Jules Steiner
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$4,000
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Description
10 1/2" (27 cm.) Bisque socket head with very round plump face, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with tiny outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde lambswool wig over Steiner pate, Steiner composition body jointed at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5/0. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1880. Value Points: rare early model of Steiner bebe in petite cabinet size.