Jules Steiner "Bebe Gigoteur" Mechanical Doll

Description:

Jules Steiner "Bebe Gigoteur" Mechanical Doll, France, c. 1870s, open mouth, two rows of teeth, blue stationary eyes, dark blonde mohair wig, key-wind kicking/crying mechanism in torso, composition arms and lower legs, cotton undergarments with lace-trimmed dress and hat, ht. 17 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

Mechanism currently works. Quarter-inch black line to right side at base of neck mold line. Raised straw line by right ear. Small red lines to inner corner lower right eye and side of nose. Body with original finish, slightly waxed, some signs of wear to composition limbs.


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