Petite Early French Bisque Bebe, Size 1, by Gaultier with Bisque Hands

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10 1/2" (27 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass spiral threaded eyes with darker blue iris rims, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid bebe body with gusset-jointing at elbows, hips and knees, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F. 1 G. (block letters). Comments: Gaultier, their earliest period bebe, circa 1880. Value Points: most desirable tiny size has exquisite delicate bisque, beautiful eyes, rare early kid body in wonderful original sturdy state, bisque hands, and lovely antique dress of broderie Anglaise, undergarments, silk bonnet, knit socks and cream kidskin shoes.