#12

German All-Bisque Mignonette for the French Market, Attributed to Simon and Halbig
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$1,700
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Description
4" (11 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted white stockings and brown one-strap shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to Simon and Halbig for the French market, circa 1890. Value Points: especially pleasing facial expression, original (frail) silk Marquis costume and hat.