FRENCH BISQUE “P.D.” BEBE BY PETIT & DUMOUTIER. 22”. Marks: P. 4 D. Bisque socket head with very plump cheeks, blue paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, closed mouth with delicately-outlined lips, pierced ears, antique mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with mama/papa pull strings, pewter hands, contemporary silk dress and bonnet, brown leather shoes.

Commentary: Rare to find bebe with distinctive face, fine bisque and splendid eyes; body is loosely strung and finish worn on pewter hands, torso not typical P.D. type; two-inch hairline at back crown opening.