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15" (38 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head,large blue glass spiral-threaded paperweight eyes,very thick dark eyeliner,painted short curly lashes,mauve-blushed eye shadow,brush-stroked brows,accented eye corners and nostrils,closed mouth with pale outlined 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. Comments: Emile Jumeau,circa 1877,earliest period bebe from the firm. Value Points: gorgeous eyes with rich eye decoration,finest bisque,original body and body finish,lovely antique embroidered rose crepe dress,rose silk bonnet with organza ruffle and silk flowers,undergarments,leather shoes signed C.C.