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Stunning French bisque head Incised Depose Jumeau Bebe, Size 7, 17" (43cm) tall, circa 1885. This transitional Jumeau Bebe was made in 1885 for one year only, this model was discontinued with introduction of Tete Jumeau.
This is an especially pretty model with gentle facial painting and gorgeous outfit and has that special angel look on her face.
Original coil attachment connects her pressed bisque head with fully jointed composition Jumeau body with straight wrists.
Blue paperweight eyes outlined with black mascara and mauve shadow above the upper lids. Painted upper and lower lashes. Feathered brows, dimpled chin, accented nostrils and eye corners. Closed mouth with space between her shaded lips, beautiful bisque complexion. Pierced ears with beautiful earrings. Original blonde mohair wig over original cork pate.
Dressed in fabulous antique outfit, antique underwear, antique French shoes and socks.

Marks

HEAD MARKED:
JUMEAU
DEPOSE
7

Body marked with blue stamp:
JUMEAU
Medaille D'Or
PARIS

Condition

EXCELLENT.
Beautiful pale bisque. No cracks, chips, hairlines or rubs. Small mark on left cheek made during manufacturing process.
Body finish is in very good clean condition.

Absolute perfection, dressed in all antique clothing!