#227

German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll Attributed to Simon and Halbig
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, small blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with pale accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig with long braids, kid body with gusset-jointed elbows, hips and knees, original folklore costume and coiffe. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880, attributed to Simon and Halbig. Value Points: very fine quality of bisque with delicate complexion, unusual modeling of face, very sturdy body.