#168

Petite French Bisque Bebe by Gaultier with Rare Kid Body and Bisque Hands
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12" (30 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, very large blue glass spiral-threaded eyes with darker blue outer rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with daintily accented rosebud-shaped lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid bebe body with gusset-jointing at elbows, hips and knees, bisque hands, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, very sturdy body. Marks: F. 4/0 G. (block letters). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1880. Value Points: rare early model with sturdy original body, splendid eyes, beautiful bisque hands.