#202

Rare Bebe, Size 1, by Douillet for Jumeau
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$5,400
sold
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Description

10" (25 cm). Bisque socket head, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, lushly painted lashes, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E. 1 D. Comments: Jumeau, circa 1890,the bebe bears the initials of the Jumeau foreman, Douillet, and is the only Jumeau doll with signature markings of Jumeau colleague indicating the respect bestowed upon the long-time member of the firm. Value Points: very rare marked Jumeau bebe is enhanced further by its superior quality of bisque, painting, original body and body finish, original store chemise, bonnet, stockings, and Jumeau shoes signed "Paris Depose 1".