#51

French Bisque Bebe Phenix by Steiner
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$2,800
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The bisque socket head bebe has large dark blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes with curly details, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, defined chin, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, original composition fully jointed body. The bebe wears antique muslin patterned dress, undergarments, maroon knit stockings, black leather shoes with silver buttons. Incised "Phenix *84". Jules Steiner, circa 1895. 12" (30 cm).