Endearing Petite French Bisque Bebe, 3/0, by Schmitt et Fils

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11 1/2" (29 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with very full lower cheeks, blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue outer rims, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented pale lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over original Schmitt pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with flat-cut derriere, straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Sch 3/0 (head) Sch (in shield, on derriere). Comments: Schmitt et Fils, circa 1880. Value Points: finest quality of bisque and most endearing expression enhanced by fine painting, original wig, pate, body and body finish, antique costume.