#180

Beautiful German Bisque Character, Model 2033, Known as "Wendy" by Bahr and Proschild
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Description
14" (36 cm.) Bisque socket head with heart-shaped face, small blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2033 BSW (in heart) 537. Comments: Bahr and Proschild for Bruno Schmidt, circa 1912, the model is known by collectors as "Wendy". Value Points: most endearing and sought-after child, characterized by heart-shaped face, charmingly-shaped upturned nose, small eyes and full generous lips, original body and body finish, original wig, wearing beautiful antique rose sateen dress with ribbon and lace trim, undergarments, stockings, shoes, straw bonnet with silk ribbons.