#42

Tiny French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Figure C, Size 4/0
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Round-faced bisque socket head bebe has softly blushed complexion, blue glass eyes which open and close from lever at back of head, painted lashes, rose blushed eyeshadow, brush stroked fringed brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with upturned lip corners, accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair fleecy wig over original Steiner pate, original composition fully jointed body. The doll wears muslin chemise with blue sash, muslin cap under straw bourrelet, socks, black leather shoes signed "L.D. Paris". Incised "Figure C 4/0 Steiner SGDG Paris" on head. Jules Steiner, circa 1884. 8 1/2" (21 cm).