#37

Beautiful French Bisque Bebe by Mystery Maker, Possibly Joanny
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$3,000
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Description
29" (74 cm.) Bisque socket head, very plump cheeks and chin, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, brushstroked and feathered brows, mauve- blushed eyeshadow, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, impressed chin dimple, pierced ears, brunette human hair, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, pretty antique lace dress, undergarments, stockings, black leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 12 (raised number). Comments: French, circa 1888, mystery maker, possibly Joanny. Value Points: beautiful bisque and complexion with soft rose blushing, unique expression, original body and body finish.