#425

French Black-Complexioned Bisque Bebe by Steiner, Miniature Cat and Dog
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10" (25 cm.) Ebony black-complexioned bisque bebe, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, tinted brows, accented nostrils, slightly-parted lips, four tiny porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black fleecy wig, black composition body with jointing at shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, and knees, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A 3. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1888. Value Points: flawless complexion, original body and body finish, the petite bebe owns two paper mache animals with white fur coat, including borzoi dog, and seated cat with green eyes.