#191

Sonneberg Bisque Doll, Model 137, with Closed Mouth by Mystery Maker
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$1,500
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome, grey glass inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair wig, early composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, fine antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 137 9. Comments: Sonneberg, mystery maker, circa 1885.