#206.1

French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bebe by Denamur in Exotic Costume
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$3,000
sold
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with rich brown complexion,brown glass paperweight inset eyes,painted curly lashes,black brush- stroked and feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,open mouth,row of modeled teeth,pierced ears,black mohair wig over cork pate,French brown composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E.D. Depose. Comments: Etienne Denamur,circa 1890. Value Points: beautiful complexion with fine luminous patina,original body and body finish. Value Points: wearing well-detailed and elaborate Turkish costume of silk and embroidered lace,with jewelry and gold coins.