#304

Rare French Bisque "Eden Bebe Paris 9" with Expressive Face
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$3,400
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Description
21" (53 cm.) Bisque socket head with very pale bisque, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted all-around lashes, slight rose-blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, slightly-parted lips, row of porcelain teeth, dimpled chin, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition walking style body operate from metal bar at hips, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Eden Bebe Paris 9 (incised mark). Comments: circa 1900. Value Points: rare model with sublime pale complexion, distinctive expression, original wig and body.