#391

Gorgeous Bisque Bebe by Gaultier with Early Block Letter Markings
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$4,800
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with pale accent lined, dimpled chin, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F. 7 G. (block letters). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1880. Value Points: very gorgeous bebe with delicate complexion and splendid eyes.