#224

French Bisque Bebe by Schmitt et Fils
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$8,000
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14" (35 cm). Bisque socket head with rounded facial modeling, very plump facial shape, almond shaped blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with plump outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over original pink pate, French composition and wooden body with eight-loose-ball-joints, straight wrists ,flat-cut derriere. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Bte SGDG 0 (on head) Sch (derriere) 0 (pate). Comments: Schmitt et Fils, circa 1880. Value Points: very beautiful bebe with desirable plump facial modeling that contrasts the delicate complexion, original pate, body, body finish, antique ivory satin well gown, undergarments.