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Description
20" (51 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, very plump cheeks and throat, blue glass paperweight inset eyes with rich spiral thread, thick dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, plump kid bebe body with gusset jointing at hips and knees, bisque forearms, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, wearing beautiful early ivory satin dress with crepe chiffon stole, undergarments, leather shoes, bebe pin, and original pearl drop earrings. Condition: generally excellent, body very sturdy. Marks: Bru Jne 6 (and circle dot symbol, on head) Bru Jne No. 6 (shoulderplate). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1882. Value Points: fine original state of preservation, the bebe has splendid blue spiral threaded eyes enhanced by rich decoration.