#109

French Bisque Phenix Star,*94,by Steiner
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$3,200
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Description

23" (58 cm). Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark painted lashes, widely feathered brows, accented eye corners, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: *94 (incised, head). Comments: Steiner, circa 1892. Value Points: notable definition of character features enhanced by rich decoration of eyes and mouth, original body and body finish, antique French sailor costume and cap, original leather shoes signed Bebe Le Parisien.