#225

Handsome German Bisque Dauphin, Model 979, by Simon and Halbig
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$750
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25" (64 cm.) Bisque socket head with very full cheeks and strong nose, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, rose-blushed eye shadow, painted strong lashes and brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, two square cut upper teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 979 15. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: rare model with strong modeling, very fine quality of bisque, original body and body finish, wonderful antique costume of Dauphin.