17" (43 cm.) Delicate pressed bisque socket head with pale blushed complexion, almond shaped brown glass enamel inset eyes, painted dark lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume comprising beautifully detailed cutwork dress, undergarments, knit stockings, black leather shoes signed C.P. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1 (head). Comments: Emile Jumeau, his earliest period deluxe bebe referred to as "portrait". Value Points: superb artistry of the beautiful early bebe with original body, body finish, finest quality of bisque and painting.