#39

German All-Bisque Miniature with Wonderfully Defined Body by Kestner
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$1,700
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Description
8" (20 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque chubby torso, blue glass inset eyes with rich spiral threading, painted long lashes, feathered brows, rose-blushed eye shadow, open mouth with pale outlined lips, two square-cut upper teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, peg jointing at shoulders and hips, modeled bent elbows, very muscular legs, painted white stockings and black ankle boots with lacing and heels. Condition: generally excellent, small chip on right thumb tip and at bottom of back neck socket. Marks: 102 0. Comments: attributed to Kestner, circa 1882. Value Points: beautiful face with wonderful eyes and nicely blushed eye lids and cheeks.