#78

Earliest Period Bisque Portrait Bebe by Jumeau
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$17,000
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Description

17" (44 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head, pale blue glass enamel inset eyes with darker blue outer rims, dark painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked brows, accent shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, Jumeau composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, antique style costume included. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878. Value Points: gorgeous model with splendid eyes, choice bisque and painting, original body and body finish. From the Seeley Family Doll Collection.