#276

Fine German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll, Model 719, by Simon & Halbig
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$2,700
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Description
20" (51 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome, blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading and darker outer rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body, straight wrists, antique blue linen suit with cutwork collar and cuffs, undergarments, socks and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 12 H 719 dep. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: rare model with most endearing poignant expression has finest bisque and painting, original body and body finish.