#224

German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll, 949, Simon and Halbig, Original Folklore Costume
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Description
20" (51 cm.) Bisque swivel head on bisque shoulderplate, blue spiral-threaded eyes, dark eyeliner, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, dimpled chin, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, muslin stitch-jointed body, bisque lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 3 H 949. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1895. Value Points: all original doll, closed mouth, swivel head, beautiful antique folklore costume including coiffe, elaborate metal laced vest, silk chatelaine.