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Rare Petite French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Series C, 3/0, by Jules Steiner
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$13,500
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Estimate
$4,200 / $5,500
Description
10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, large blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed with very full upper lip, accent line between the lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate, French composition fully-jointed body, straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Sie C 3/0. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1882. Value Points: precious tiny size of the early C series model has most beautiful complexion and delicate blushing, original wig, pate, body and body finish, lovely antique costume.