#59

Sonneberg Bisque Child, Model 949, by Simon and Halbig, Original Elaborate Costume
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$2,500
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head with elongated very full cheeks, blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth with slightly-parted lips, two square cut upper teeth and one lower tooth, dimpled chin, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body, straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S&H 949. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: very beautiful doll with entrancing expression, original body, body finish, wig, and wearing outstanding original costume, cape, cap, decorated kidskin shoes.