#237

German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll, 949, by Simon and Halbig in Original Chemise
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$800
sold
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Description
14" (36 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SH 5 949. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: near mint condition of the petite closed mouth doll with original wig, body, body finish, muslin chemise and pantalets, woven socks, and leather shoes.