#414

German All-Bisque Black Stocking Miniature Doll by Simon and Halbig
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$650
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Description
6" (15 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted black stockings to above the knees, black one-lace painted shoes, original undergarments and coiffe. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: sought-after so-called "black stocking" girl has original mohair wig, partial original costume.