#222

German Bisque Child, XI Series, by Kestner
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$950
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden early fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, some body retouch. Marks: XI. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: expressive features with pleasing rosy complexion, original body, beautiful embroidered dress.