#232

German Bisque Character, Rare to Find Model 120, by Simon and Halbig
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Description
21" (53 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lower lashes, short brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair bobbed wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S&H 120 53. Comments: Simon and Halbig, the model is near identical to the open mouth variation of K*R's open mouth 117, which Simon and Halbig also produced, circa 1915. Value Points: rare model with beautiful bisque, gleaming patina of complexion, original wig, body, body finish, great antique costume.