#371

Beautiful French Bisque Bebe by Gaultier, Early Block Letter Markings
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accent line between the shaded lips, heart-shaped upper lip, dimpled chin, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight- loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, nicely costumed in antique dress, undergarments, matching hat with velvet bow, shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F.6 G. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1880, early block letter marked bebe. Value Points: gorgeous face with rich decoration, very fine bisque, original body and body finish.