#210

Fine French Bisque Premiere Bebe by Emile Jumeau,Size 7
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15" (38 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head,hazel-brown glass paperweight inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,rose-blushed eye shadow,brush-stroked brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with outlined pale lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig over cork pate,French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7 (head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau,circa 1878. Value Points: very beautiful ivory-like complexion contrasts the rich brown eyes,original body and body finish,beautiful antique costume including rose silk shoes and rose silk bonnet with lace ruffled brim.