#277

Petite French Bisque Bebe by Steiner
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$4,250
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10" (25 cm). Bisque socket head with high domed forehead and very round facial shape, tiny blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, lightly feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pertly shaped lips,blonde mohair braids, pierced ears, French composition and wooden six-loose-ball-jointed body. Condition: faint hairline on the forehead. Marks: 3/0. Comments: Steiner, circa 1875. Value Points: most appealing model of tiny size bebe has lovely bisque, original body and body finish, antique costume including tiny shoes.