Tiny German Bisque Child with Rare Body Style by Kestner

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6 1/2" (17 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass eyes, painted lashes, lightly feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, brunette mohair wig over plaster pate, kid bebe body with gusset jointing at hips and knees, original bisque arms with peg-jointing at shoulders. Condition: generally excellent, body very sturdy. Marks: 1 (head and shoulder). Comments: Kestner, circa 1882. Value Points: very rare body style, the enchanting little doll is wearing antique costume and rose kidskin shoes that likely are original.