#253

German Bisque Chinese Baby, Model 243, by Kestner
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$1,100
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Description
13" (33 cm.) Bisque socket head with amber tinted complexion and uniquely-sculpted features, narrow brown glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, dark eyeliner, black feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, tongue, black mohair bobbed wig, amber tinted composition baby body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F made in Germany 10 243 JDK made in Germany. Comments: Kestner, circa 1912, the 243 model was used for this doll only by Kestner. Value Points: fine original complexion and painted features, original wig, original body with fine original finish.