#263

German All-Bisque Miniature Doll, 886, by Simon and Halbig, Tin Carriage by Maerklin
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$2,100
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Description
9" (23 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted blue ribbed stockings, black two-strap heeled shoes with decorative bows. Condition: doll is excellent, carriage has original finish albeit with rubs. Marks: 886 S 5 H. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: large size of the all-bisque doll; included is a pressed tin doll carriage by Maerklin with double-sided spoked wheels and wooden hand grip.