#257

French Bisque Bebe E.J. by Jumeau,Size 7,with Original Head Band
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$4,750
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Description
17" (43 cm.) Bisque socket head,amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted dark lashes,brush-stroked and feathered brows,shaded eye corners,closed mouth with richly shaded lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig over cork pate,French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E. 7 J. (and artist checkmarks on head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau,circa 1884. Value Points: unusual dramatic decoration of the features,very deep paperweight eyes,original body and body finish,original wig with original head band,antique dress,undergarments,shoes and socks.