#319

Rare German Bisque Smiling Character, 969, by Simon & Halbig
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Description
14" (36 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth with slightly-parted lips, row of porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, kid body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, bisque forearms, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent, one finger tip chipped on right hand. Marks: 969 S 4 H dep. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: rare model with wonderfully-defined smiling expression.