#236

French Bisque Bebe E.J. by Jumeau in Original Chemise
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Description
17" (43 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, separately-applied pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E 8 J. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: beautiful large eyes, fine delicate complexion, original body and body finish, original store chemise, leather shoes, Jumeau socks.