#19

Petite German Bisque Doll, Model 204, by Bahr and Proschild with Rare Closed Mouth
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$1,200
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Description
10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, lovely vintage silk costume and bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 204 0. Comments: Bahr and Proschild, circa 1890, rare closed mouth for this model, very dear expression, original body and body finish.