#464

Precious French Bisque Bebe, E.J. by Emile Jumeau, Size 2
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$5,500
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Description
10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with richly-shaded lips, pierced ears, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E 2 J (and artist checkmarks on head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: very precious petite bebe with beautiful eyes and bisque, original hip-length wig, original body and body finish, earrings; lovely antique dress is included.