#102

Sonneberg Bisque Closed Mouth Child with Gentle Expression
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Description
14" (36 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line between the very full lips, pierced ears, dimpled chin, blonde mohair wig, original Sonneberg composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 51/7. Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1886. Value Points: especially beautiful face with gentle expression, original wig, body, body finish, fine antique costume.