#274

Sonneberg Bisque Closed Mouth Doll with Original Chemise
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$800
sold
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome,grey glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading,rose-blushed eye shadow,brush-stroked brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with outlined pale lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig,Sonneberg composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent,tiniest pinflake at bottom right eye rim. Marks: 76. Comments: Sonneberg,mystery maker,circa 1885,the doll was designed to capture the French doll market. Value Points: pretty doll with painted features,original body and body finish,wearing original muslin chemise.