#256

German All-Bisque Miniature Doll by Kestner
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$1,000
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Description
5 1/2" (14 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, lightly feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, plump cheeks, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, peg-jointed bisque arms and very shapely legs with tiny ankles, painted stockings and black four-strap heeled shoes, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, two tiny flakes at stringing holes. Marks: 0. Comments: Kestner, circa 1880. Value Points: very dear little girl with wonderfully-painted features, choice bisque.