Petite Black-Complexioned Bebe by Jules Steiner

10" (25 cm). Bisque socket head with dark brown complexion, brown glass enamel inset eyes, black painted lashes, black feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with coral painted lips, pierced ears, black mohair wig, French brown composition fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: J. Steiner Bte SGDG Fre A 3 (head) (original Steiner 1889 paper label on back torso). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1889. Value Points: the brown complexioned bebe has superb lustrous patina of complexion, original body and body finish, antique muslin chemise dress