#161

Beautiful Brown-Eyed French Bisque Bebe by Gaultier
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15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head,brown glass paperweight inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted short curly lashes,brushstroked and feathered brows,rose blushed eye shadow,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with outlined lips,dimpled chin,pierced ears,brunette mohair wig,French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent,body may not be original but is appropriate and of the period. Marks: F. 5 G. (block letters). Comments: Gaultier,circa 1882. Value Points: well modeled features enhanced by impressed cheek and lip dimples,rich brown eyes,nice antique costume,socks and leather shoes.