#206

Rare German Bisque Character "Fany" by Marseille
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$2,200
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16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with very full cheeks, tiny blue glass sleep eyes, painted short lashes, one-stroke short brows, accented nostrils with rounded tip, closed mouth with downcast wistful expression, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, wonderful antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 231 DRMR 248/1 Fany A 2 M. Comments: Marseille, circa 1915. Value Points: rare character with highly defined characterization, appealing tiny eyes, original body and body finish.