#137

Early French Bisque Bebe by Gaultier with Rare Original Kid Body
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12" (30 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, pierced ears, light brown human hair wig, kid bebe body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, bisque hands, beautiful silk costume, undergarments, aqua twill shoes with signature initials. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F 5/0 G (head and shoulders). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1882. Value Points: rare early bebe with splendid eyes and early body, beautifully sculpted hands.