#60

German Bisque Asian Child, 220, by Bahr and Proschild with Unique Body
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$900
sold
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Description
11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome, rich amber complexion, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted long black lashes, wavy black brows with feathered details, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accent line between the downcast lips, black mohair wig, composition fully jointed body with painted stockings and slippers with upturned toes. Condition: generally excellent, repair at each ankle. Marks: 220 3. Comments: Bahr and Proschild, circa 1890. Value Points: exquisitely beautiful face enhanced by flawless complexion, original rare style body, antique embroidered silk costume.