#197

German Bisque Painted-Eye Art Character, Model 151, by Simon and Halbig
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18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted grey side-glancing eyes, black upper eyeliner, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with smiling expression, upturned lip corners, row of painted teeth between the shaded lips, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, some wig pulls high on front crown rim. Marks: 151 S&H 7 1/2. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1910, from their rare art character series. Value Points: especially fine sculpting with defined cheek and chin dimples, and laughter crinkles around outer eye edges and lips, enhanced by finest complexion and painting.