#272

German Bisque Googly, Model 253 by Marseille for Borgfeldt
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9" (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, button-shaped nose, closed mouth with impish smile, brunette mohair wig, five-piece toddler body with chubby tummy and side-hip jointing, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: G.B 23 Germany A 6/0 M. Comments: Marseille, under special commission by George Borgfeldt, circa 1920. Value Points: very fine bisque and painting on the most captivating googly, original body and body finish.