#353

Beautiful French Bisque Bebe by Gaultier with Block Letter Markings
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$5,750
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Description
19" (48 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with very plump lower cheeks,deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes,thick dark eyeliner,painted lashes,rose blushed eye shadow,feathered brows,accented eye corners and nostrils,closed mouth with tiny tongue tip between the shaded and outlined lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig over cork pate,French composition and wooden fully-jointed body,antique white cotton dress with cutwork embroidery,undergarments,black leather shoes with silk rosettes signed .M.,antique lace cap with silk ribbons at the crown. Condition: generally excellent,some body repaint. Marks: F 7 G. Comments: Gaultier,circa 1882. Value Points: very beautiful features enhanced by delicate bisque,exceptional eyes,lovely costume.