#371

Rare French Black-Complexioned Bisque Bebe by Mystery Maker
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$1,500
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Description
25" (64 cm.) Bisque socket head with ebony black complexion, brown glass inset eyes, black brows with modeling detail enhanced by glaze, painted lashes, accented nostrils, slightly-parted lips with coral shading, row of six porcelain teeth, pierced ears, blonde hand-tied human hair wig, French composition and wooden body with ebony complexion. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 13 (and mystery symbol). Comments: French, circa 1895, mystery maker. Value Points: beautiful flawless complexion, pretty antique costume may be original, on the rare bebe.