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Description
15" (38 cm). Pressed bisque socket head, pale
blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral
threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve
blushed eyeshadow, feathered brows, accented
nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pale
accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig
over cork pate and kidskin cap of original
lambswool wig, French composition fully jointed
body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F. 0
G. Comments: Francois Gaultier, circa 1878, that
firm's earliest bebe model with impressed block
letter signature. Value Points: stunningly
beautiful face with brilliant eyes, soft rose
blushing accenting the very pale complexion,
original body finish, antique cutwork costume.