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Description
13" (33 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate with modeled bosom and shoulder blade, rich ebony complexion, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, painted black lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with full coral-shaded lips, pierced ears, black mohair fleecy wig over cork pate, French slender kid bebe body with brown tinted shading, scalloped upper edge, bisque forearms, Chevrot hinged hips, wooden lower legs, fine antique costume and accessories. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Bru Jne 4 (head) Bru Jne (shoulders). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1885. Value Points: very rare exotic bebe with rich ebony complexion enhanced by gleaming patina, beautifully-sculpted features, original body, perfect bisque hands,