#32

German Bisque Chinese Baby,Model 243,by Kestner with Original Elaborate Headdress
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$2,500
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Amber-tinted bisque socket head,plump cheeks,tiny brown glass sleep eyes,painted curly upper lashes,black feathered brows,accented nostrils,open mouth with slight smile,impressed dimples at corners of mouth,black mohair wig,amber tinted composition baby body. Condition: generally excellent,original 1/4" dark line at back crown rim appears original. Marks: K made in Germany 14 243 JDK (head) made in Germany (body). Comments: Kestner,circa 1912,the facial model was uniquely used for this portrait of young Chinese baby. Value Points: most endearing expression,with beautiful bisque and complexion,original body and body finish,antique costume includes very elaborate original headdress.