#176

Big Sister German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Character, 1358, by Simon and Halbig
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$3,100
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Description
19" (48 cm.) Light brown-complexioned bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, black brush-stroked brows with feathered details, accented nostrils, open mouth with very full coral-shaded lips, pierced ears, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent,some body retouch. Marks: 1358 Germany Simon & Halbig S&H 7. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: pleasing light brown complexion, beautiful decorative glaze on coral lips, wearing matching big sister costume to #175 of antique aqua twill dress and bonnet, undergarments, shoes and stockings.