#424

German All-Bisque Miniature Doll with Wonderful Expression by Kestner
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$650
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Description
5 1/2" (14 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, very plump blushed cheeks, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs with chubby muscular legs, bare feet. Condition: tiny eye flake, reglue on legs, chip on shoulder, Marks: 1. Comments: Kestner, circa 1880. Value Points: beautiful early closed mouth doll, wearing original dress and bonnet.