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Description
14" (35 cm). Bisque socket head with distinctively shaped chin, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark painted lashes, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: B. 5 F. (and artist checkmarks). Comments: Bebe Francais, circa 1892, trademarked by Emile Jumeau with distinctive facial model for this doll only. Value Points: rare model with dramatic large eyes, choice bisque, original body and body finish.