#463

French Bisque Bebe by Gaultier with Rare Gesland Body
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Description
21" (53 cm.) Bisque swivel head on composition shoulderplate, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, impressed dimples, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, Gesland body of padded stockinette over metal armature, composition lower arms. Condition: very faint 1" hairline at right crown rim, otherwise excellent. Marks: F.9 G. (head) Bebe Gesland (body). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1884 with Gesland body. Value Points: beautiful bebe with pleasing modeling and rich dark eyes, original body, lovely antique costume.