#460

Tiny French Bisque Bebe by Steiner, Size 0, in Antique Box
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$1,500
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Description
7" (18 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition fully-jointed body. Condition: reglue at back of head, chip at bottom of neck socket. Marks: A 0 Paris. Comments: Jules Steiner, Figure A, circa 1890. Value Points: rare tiniest size with precious sweet expression, original body finish, preserved in antique silk-covered box along with original muslin chemise, and undergarments.