#186

Gorgeous French Bisque Bebe with Bisque Hands by Gaultier
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$7,000
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16" (41 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue outer rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, pierced ears, French bisque bebe body with gusset-jointing at hips, knees and elbows, bisque hands with well-defined fingers, wearing original muslin chemise, undergarments, leather shoes with silk rosettes signed "P" in script. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F. 6 G. Comments: Gaultier, earliest period bebe with rare block letter markings. Value Points: very beautiful bebe with splendid eyes, near mint sturdy body with bisque hands, included is original (frail) aqua silk dress and bonnet.