#169

Especially Pretty German Bisque Child, 1009, by Simon and Halbig
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$600
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Description
14" (36 cm.) Bisque socket head, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig with coiled braids, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 5 H 1009 dep Germany. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: very pretty child with brilliant blue eyes, dimpled expression, original body and body finish, beautiful antique costume.