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Description
14" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump rounded facial shape, almond-shaped blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate, Steiner composition fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 0. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1875. Value Points: beautiful gentle-faced bebe with most delicate bisque, innocent-looking bright eyes, original wig, pate, body and body finish, lovely antique silk costume, socks, leather shoes with original boutique label, woven bonnet.