#366

Early German Bisque Child, Model 979, with Stunning Blue Eyes, by Simon and Halbig
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$1,300
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Description
19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head with very full lower cheeks and chin, large blue glass inset eyes with rich spiral threading, thick dark eyeliner, painted dark curly lashes, thick brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, slightly-parted lips, two upper and one lower square cut teeth, deeply dimpled chin, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 11 979. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: very beautiful early model with outstanding eyes and eye decoration.