#231

Rare and Beautiful German Bisque Doll, 719, by Simon and Halbig
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$1,500
sold
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Description
22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue outer rims, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth with shaded ad outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, dimpled chin, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 12 H 719 dep. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: very beautiful child doll with gorgeous eyes, finest bisque and painting, original body and body finish.