#127

Large French Bisque Bebe,Figure C,by Jules Steiner
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$9,000
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Description
28" (71 cm.) Bisque socket head,large blue glass paperweight inset eyes,thick dark eyeliner,painted curly lashes,rose blushed eye shadow,brush-stroked and multi-feathered brows,accented eye corners,shaded nostrils,closed mouth,outlined pale lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate,Steiner composition fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Figure C 6 Steiner SGDG Paris. Comments: Jules Steiner,circa 1885. Value Points: very beautiful large bebe with delicate complexion,sculpting detail includes impressed dimples at lip corners,philtrum and chin,lovely antique costume,original body and body finish.