Rare first model of Bebe Gigoteur by Jules Steiner, France ca 1860.
Size: 20" (51 cm).
Head in paper mache, covered with wax, blue glass eyes, four bamboo teeth on top and on the bottom.
He closes his eyes when lifts up the arms, unfortunately, key turns but movement mechanism is not working, need revision.
The body in carton, covered with fabric. Top of legs restored with some patchs. Arms and down legs are in composition.
There is the crack, spot, holes and other age wear.
That is one true toy baby, he has a lot of undergarments - pants, chemise, other chemise with warm skirt, knitted body vest.
All his clothes also beautiful blue dress and cape, bonnet, stocking and leather shoes are antique.