#265

French Bisque Bebe "C EJ" by Jumeau with Gorgeous Eyes
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$9,000
sold
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head,large blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue outer rims,thick dark eyeliner,painted lashes,mauve blushed eye shadow,feathered brows,accented eye corners,shaded nostrils,closed mouth with outlined lips,pierced ears,brunette mohair wig over cork pate,French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: C EJ. Comments: Emile Jumeau,circa 1882. Value Points: the rare model has very beautiful modeling with fine pale bisque having subtle cheek and eye shadow blush. gorgeous eyes,original body and body finish,beautiful antique costume comprising embroidered dress,cape with blue lining and blue featherstitch,blue woven cap,curly mohair muff,undergarments,leather boots.