#20

All-Original French Bisque Bebe Jumeau for Douillet, Size 1
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The doll has poured bisque socket head, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted long curly lashes, brush stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, original composition and wooden fully jointed body. The doll wears original Jumeau muslin chemise with lace trim and sash, undergarments, pleated ruffle bonnet, knit stockings and black leather shoes signed "Depose Paris 1". Marked " E.1 D.". Emile Jumeau, the doll was introduced in 1892 in honor of the long- time Jumeau colleague, Emile Douillet. 9 1/2" (24 cm).