#50

French Bisque Bebe Jumeau with Amber Eyes,Size 3
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$3,700
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Description

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, lushly painted lashes and widely feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, original blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, antique maroon velvet and lace dress and matching bonnet, undergarments, maroon stockings and leather shoes, antique earrings. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 3 (and artist checkmarks). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: desirable size bebe with fine creamy bisque, original body and body finish.