Marvelous French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau
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Please refer to our stock # 142 when inquiring.
Very beautiful all original Bebe by Emile Jumeau size 9 ( 20" / 51 cm ) ... on Bebe of the earliest period with very delicate pale bisque and very beautifully painted features , original body and body finish and wearing very lovely antique silk velvet costume with gorgeous bonnet .
Finest quality of pressed bisque socked head of pale quality with beautiful brown glass enamel inset eyes in almond shape , has dark eyeliner and fine painted lashes. Pale rose blushed eye shadow and brush-stroked and feathered brows. She has on closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips and very pretty separately modeled ears . Sweet dimpled chin and beautiful blonde mohair wig over cork pate.
Incised head mark at back ..... E. 9 J. and artist checkmark
Original French composition and wooden eight - loose - ball body with original body finish and straight wrists with beautiful modeled fingers. Body mark at back with Jumeau stamp .....
Generally excellent condition .... free of damage , chip , repair or hairline . Tiny fireline inside the head and slight crease on the cheek otherwise all perfect condition !!
The doll is wearing very beautiful with set of antique under garments , socks and pale green Jumeau shoes with Jumeau mark ..... Stunning silk velvet costume with gorgeous wire bonnet ....
Made by Emile Jumeau ... France circa 1882
Rare and very beautiful Bebe ... ready to display and enjoy and a special treasure for your collection !!!
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