#180

Rare German Bisque Doll, Model 908, by Simon and Halbig with Closed Mouth
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$2,000
sold
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Description
14" (36 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips, pierced ears, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 6 1/2 H 908. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: very rare model has wonderful expression, choice bisque and painting, original body and body finish, and beautiful antique dress, bonnet and shoes.