#196

French Bisque Bebe Phenix Star by Steiner Successors
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$2,500
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Description
22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted long curly lashes, incised eyeliner, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, closed mouth with defined space between shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, elongated brunette human hair wig over cork pate, French composition body jointed at shoulders and hips, wearing silk dress, undergarments, socks, leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: * 92. Comments: French, circa 1895. Steiner successors. Value Points: dramatic deep eyes with rich painting of brows and lips, original body, fine antique costume.