#420

Rare Early German Bisque Child, Model 905, by Simon and Halbig
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$1,300
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Description
15 1/2" (39 cm.) Bisque socket head with plump cheeks, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with very full lips, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden early body with attached ball-joints and straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7 905. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1882. Value Points: beautiful and rare early child model from that firm has choice bisque and painting, original body and body finish.