
15" (38 cm.) Pressed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, plump cheeks and chin, brilliant blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, mauve blushed eye shadow, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils of tiny upturned nose, accented eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, original lambswool wig over cork pate, kid bebe body with gusset jointing at hips and knees, bisque arms from below the elbows, well- sculpted fingers. Condition: generally excellent, body very sturdy and clean. Marks: 0 (head and shoulder plate). Comments: Bebe Brevete, the first model bebe by Leon Casimir Bru, with original deposed bebe body, circa 1878. Value Points: gorgeous bisque, modeling and eyes, original wig and body, antique peach silk and lace dress included along with straw bonnet, shoes and socks.