#208

Rare German Bisque Child, Model 929, by Simon and Halbig
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$1,400
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted dark curly lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body, antique costume, bonnet, undergarments, shoes and stockings. Condition: generally excellent, slight nose rub. Marks: 929 S 7 H. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1880. Value Points: rare model from their 900 series with wonderfully-sculpted full cheeks and chin, very dear expression.