#254

Early Period French Bisque Bebe by Gaultier with Block Letter Markings
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$4,500
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24" (61 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head,almond-shaped brown glass paperweight inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted curly lashes,rose blushed eye shadow,widely feathered brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth,accented lips,pierced ears,brunette human hair,cork pate,French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body,straight wrists,lovely vintage silk taffeta dress and bonnet,undergarments,shoes. Condition: Generally excellent. Marks: F. 10 G. (early block letters). Comments: Gaultier,circa 1882. Value Points: beautiful bebe has fine delicate bisque,softly blushed complexion,original body and body finish.