#303

French Bisque Bebe Steiner,Figure C with Ebony Complexion
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$9,000
sold
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Description
14" (36 cm.) Bisque socket head with ebony-black complexion,amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes,black painted lashes and feathered brows,accented eye corners and nostrils,closed mouth with coral-shaded lips,pierced ears,black mohair wig,French composition fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Figure C No ) Steiner Bte SGDG Paris. Comments: Jules Steiner,circa 1884. Value Points: the rare model has a beautiful complexion enhanced by lustrous patina,original body and body finish,antique costume,undergarments,leather boots,velvet bonnet.