#40

French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Figure A, Size 0
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The tiny bisque bebe has softly blushed complexion, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes with "dot" highlights, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, impressed dimples around the mouth and chin, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate, original composition fully jointed body. The bebe wears rose organdy gown over matching underdress, with lace bodice, tucking, lace, petticoat and pantalets, rose silk ribbon trim, straw bonnet with rose sateen lining and decorative flowers, black leather shoes. Incised "A 0 Paris" and red stamp "Le Parisien". Jules Steiner, circa 1889. 8 1/2" (21 cm).