#149

Petite German Brown-Eyed Bisque Art Character, 185, by Kestner
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Description
12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted facial features, small brown eyes with black and red upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with smiling expression, row of beaded teeth, impressed cheeks dimples, brunette mohair wig with side coiled braids, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 185. Comments: Kestner, circa 1910. Value Points: very choice bisque enhanced by delicate complexion and features, original body and body finish.