#56

German All-Bisque Miniature by Kestner, Jointed Knees, Grey Ankle Boots
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Description
8" (20 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, peg-jointing at shoulders and hips, jointing at knees, painted white socks with magenta ties, grey ankle boots with four black laces, beautiful antique lace dress, undergarments. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2 1/2. Comments: Kestner, circa 1880. Value Points: the rare model with very beautiful expression has wonderfully modeled body highlighted by rare jointing of knees.