381. French Bisque Character, 226, by SFBJ with Rare Brown Complexion 13� (33 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with brown complexion, painted short black hair with detailed stippling around the face, brown glass inset eyes, painted curly lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth modeled as though open, shaded lips, brown composition bent limb baby body, wearing antique striped cotton suit and cap. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 226 Paris 4. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912, from their art character series. Value Points: beautiful light brown complexion with gleaming patina on the cheerful-faced character, this version is rarely found. $1500/2100
382. Large French Bisque Pouting Character, Model 252, by SFBJ with Exceptional Sculpting 23� (58 cm.) Bisque socket head with exceptionally plump cheeks, blue glass
sleep eyes, painted lower lashes, short feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, upturned nose tip, closed mouth with very fretful lips, auburn mohair curly wig, French composition fully-jointed toddler body with sidehip jointing, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 252 Paris 11. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1915. Value Points: one of the most sought after models of the SFBJ art character series has most captivating pouting expression that is particularly well-accomplished on this doll, and enhanced by luminous patina on rosy complexion. $2500/3500 381.
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