#511

English Bisque Artist Doll "Hannah" by Lynne and Michael Roche
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$800
sold
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Description
18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head with very pale complexion and plump face, bright blue glass inset eyes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with very full lips, blonde human hair wig with ornamental braid and ribbons, all-wooden ball-jointed body, bisque hands, wearing multi-patterned cotton skirt and pinafore top with applique beads and wooden doll, knit green sweater, panties, socks, kidskin shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: "Hannah 59 LMR '88" (head) (and with original paper wrist tag indicating that this model of the doll Hannah was #59, made in 1988). Comments: Lynne Roche, circa 1988, the beloved "Hannah" model was made in three sizes. Value Points: most beguiling expression enhanced by delicate bisque and brilliant eyes.