#88

French Bisque Bebe by Rabery and Delphieu with Rare Double Row of Teeth
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$3,000
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Description
19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head,very deep amber-brown glass paperweight inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,rose-blushed eye shadow,brush-stroked and multi-feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,open mouth with impressed dimples at lip corners. double row of tiny porcelain teeth,impressed chin dimples,pierced ears,brunette human hair wig over cork pate,French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: R. 1 D. Comments: Rabery and Delphieu,circa 1888. Value Points: rare model with expressive features,original body and body finish,wonderful antique costume including black leather shoes signed "Rabery Paris".