#220

French Bisque Bru Jne, Size 3
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$14,500
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Description

14" (35 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom and shoulderblades, dramatic brown glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, brushstroked and multi- feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, slender kid bebe body with scalloped edge collarette, kid-over- metal upper arms, bisque forearms, Chevrot patented hinged legs, wooden lower legs, antique blue silk and velvet dress and white leather shoes are included. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Bru Jne 3 (head and shoulderplate) Bebe Bru Bte SGDG (original paper label on torso). Comments: Bru, circa 1887. Value Points: wonderfully preserved bebe from the illustrious French bisque with pretty facial painting and virtually perfect body, superbly sculpted bisque hands, original label.