#341

German Bisque Doll with Closed Mouth by Kestner in Original Chemise
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$1,200
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Description
14" (36 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, closed mouth, impressed dimples at lip corners, auburn mohair wig, early composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, original muslin chemise. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: lovely pale complexion, original early body with original finish.