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Description
7 1/2" (19 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, brown glass set eyes, painted lashes, arched brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, curled hands with defined fingers, painted white socks with purple ties, blue heeled ankle boots with black tassels, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, tiny hidden flake at bottom of neck socket. Marks: 2. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: very dear gentle expression, rare painted boots, original wig, including a curly mohair seated pup with black bead eyes, seated on a velvet cushion with fringed border.