#188

French Bisque Bebe by Schmitt et Fils,Size 1,in Antique Mariner Costume
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$10,000
sold
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head with rounded facial modeling,plump cheeks,pale complexion with soft blushing,pale blue inset enamel eyes with spiral threading,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,mauve blushed eye shadow,feathered brows,pierced ears,blonde fleecy wig over original Schmitt pate,French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with flat-cut derriere and straight wrists,wearing antique blue woolen mariner costume with brass buttons,cap,undergarments,stockings,kidskin shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1 Sch (in shield,on head and derriere). Comments: Schmitt et Fils,circa 1880. Value Points: very dear and gentle expression is enhanced by delicate complexion,original body and body finish.