#229

French Bisque Bebe Jumeau,Size 8
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19" (48 cm). Bisque socket head, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, brush stroked brows with decorative glaze, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body, silk dress, undergarments, shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 8 (and artist checkmarks, on head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: desirable brown-eyed bebe has enhancing complexion and fine quality of bisque, original body and body finish.