#141

Large Wide-Eyed German Bisque Toddler, Model 260, by Kestner
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$400
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Description
23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head, large brown glass sleep eyes, painted dark curly lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, tongue, brunette mohair wig, composition toddler body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, Marks: JDK 260 Made in Germany 68. Comments: Kestner, circa 1917. Value Points: appealing wide-eyed character with well-rendered painting of features, beautiful antique costume including wide-brimmed cutwork bonnet.