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16" (41 cm.) Bisque head with flat-cut neck which accommodates to dowel protruding from torso, plump face, blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, arched feathered brows, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over Schmitt pate, composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists and flat-cut derriere. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Bte SGDG (head) Sch (body, on flat ridge of derriere). Comments: Schmitt et Fils, their earliest period bebe, circa 1878. Value Points: rare early model with distinctive original body style, beautiful expression that is enhanced by finest bisque, splendid eyes, original body finish, lovely antique costume.