#456

German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 1159, by Simon and Halbig
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$1,700
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Description
21" (53 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lower lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, auburn wig in upswept coiffure, composition and wooden ball-jointed lady body with shapely bosom, waist and lips, elongated limbs, lingerie. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1159 S&H Dep 8 Germany. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: hard to find model with lovely bisque, original lady body and body finish.