#89.1

French Bisque Bebe by Schmitt et Fils
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$38,000
sold
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Description

31" (70 cm). Bisque socket head with pear-shaped facial modeling, very full cheeks, almond-shaped brown glass enamel inset eyes with thick black eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, heart-shaped upper and lower lips, dimpled blushed chin, pierced blushed ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with flat- cut derriere, curled fingers, shapely definition of ankles and feet, fine original antique undergarments; included is an elaborate gown of teal and ivory silk satin along with matching bonnet, antique shoes, gloves and beaded purse. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 8 Sch (shield mark on head and flat cut of derriere). Comments: Schmitt et Fils. Value Points: outstanding beauty and quality of the large bebe, choicest bisque and modeling, wonderfully shaped facial outline and nose, rich brown eyes enhancing the artistic painting, original body and body finish.