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Beautiful French Bisque Bebe E.J. by Jumeau, Size 3
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$5,750
sold
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12" (30 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, original blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists, lovely antique costume, undergarments, leather shoes, bonnet, Jumeau earrings. Marks: Depose E. 3 J (and artist check marks on head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: most endearing petite size with beautiful bisque and painting, original body and body finish