#175

Little Sister German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Character, 1358, by Simon and Halbig
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$3,000
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Description
17" (43 cm.) Sienna-brown complexioned bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, black brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth with very full coral-shaded lips, row of porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1358 Germany Simon & Halbig S&H 5. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: especially beautiful complexion enhanced by decorative glaze on coral lips, original body and body finish, original wig, wearing matching little sister costume to #176 of antique aqua twill dress and bonnet, undergarments, shoes and stockings.