#70

Rare German Bisque Doll,905,by Simon and Halbig
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$1,900
sold
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Description
13" (33 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,blue glass inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,brush-stroked brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with center accent line,blonde mohair wig,kid gusset-jointed body,bisque lower arms,lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 4 H 905 (head and shoulder plate). Comments: Simon and Halbig,circa 1875. Value Points: rare model with most endearing expression,finest quality bisque and painting,original sturdy body and superb antique costume.