#109

Petite German Bisque Character, 1358, by Simon and Halbig with Cafe-au-Lait Complexion
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$2,200
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Description
12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with light brown ("cafe-au-lait") complexion, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, black brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, very full coral-shaded lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden fully-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1358 S&H Simon & Halbig Germany 2. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: rare model with outstanding bisque, beautiful complexion, enhancing glaze on lips, original wig, body and body finish, rare petite size.