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Description
16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with golden-brown complexion known as ?cafe-au-lait",amber-
brown glass inset eyes,painted dark lashes,brown brush-stroked brows and feathered
highlights,accented eye corners and nostrils closed mouth with coral outlined lips,pierced
ears,black fleecy wig,composition fully-jointed body with matching complexion,nicely costumed
in antique sateen dress,socks,kidskin shoes,woven bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks:
J. Steiner Bte SGDG Paris Fre A 9 (head) (original Steiner paper label on torso). Comments: Jules
Steiner,circa 1890. Value Points: very rare complexion is flawlessly preserved,with pleasing dewy
patina enhanced by soft blush,original body and body finish.