#71

German Bisque Twill-Bodied Doll by Simon and Halbig
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$2,700
sold
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Description
11" (28 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,bright blue glass enamel inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,feathered brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with hint of smile,accented lips,unpierced ears,blonde mohair wig,twill-wrapped body with dowel-jointing at shoulders,hips and knees,bisque lower arms,wearing antique lingerie and original kid sewn-on booties. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Simon and Halbig,circa 1880,the doll was designed to compete with the French poupee,having shapely lady torso. Value Points: rare model with very beautiful face and well-designed body,original wig.