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Description
24" (61 cm). Pressed bisque swivel head on
kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with modeled
bosom and shoulderblades, very plump
modeling of cheeks and chin, blue glass
enamel inset eyes with spiral threading of
eyes, rich dark eyeliner encircles the eyecut,
painted lashes, mauve blushed eyeshadow,
brushstroked and multi-feathered brows,
accented nostrils and eye corners, closed
mouth with defined space between the
shaded and outlined lips, defined painting of
teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over
cork pate, very plump kid body with gusset
jointing at hips and knees, bisque forearms
with separately sculpted fingers, defined
knuckles and nails. Condition: generally
excellent, few patches at body joints but
overall very sturdy. Marks: (circle/dot symbol
on head) Bte SGDG (forehead) 9
(shoulderplate). Comments: Leon Casimir
Bru, circa 1880. Value Points: an outstanding
example of the early Bru bebe has superior
bisque, compelling eyes enhanced by rich
dark eyeliner, painted teeth, perfect hands,
and lovely antique silk costume.