Lot No. 100

Lot 100.

Exquisite early Emile Jumeau Portrait Bebe 17″ (43cm) c1877-80. Delicate pressed bisque socket head incised ‘1’, with pale blushed complexion, early almond-shaped brown glass enamel inset paperweight eyes, angled dark lashes, mauve-blushed eyeshadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined white space between the shaded and peak accents of her lips, pierced ears with turquoise earrings, original blonde mohair wig and cork pate. Jumeau composition wood with scarce eight ball-jointed body and straight wrists. Antique costume comprising aqua silk dress, woven straw bonnet with aqua silk ribbons, Bebe brooch, undergarments, black lace stockings, and black leather antique shoes signed CP. Superb artistry of the beautiful early period deluxe Portrait Bebe with finest quality of bisque and painting.

$6,000 – $8,000