#212

Charming Petite French Bisque Bebe by Schmitt et Fils with Original Signed Body
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$6,750
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Description
11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth with heart-shaped upper lip, accent line between the lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with flat-cut derriere and straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent, original body finish with some wear, tiny nose rub. Marks: Sch (in shield on head and derriere) 4 (on head) Sch. Comments: Schmitt et Fils, circa 1882. Value Points: the very rare tiny size is charmingly posed with entrancing large eyes, lovely antique costume.