#191

Outstanding German Black-Complexioned Bisque Character,1358,by Simon and Halbig
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$16,000
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Description
22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head with ebony-black complexion,brown glass sleep eyes,mohair lashes,black sculpted brows with highlight glaze,painted black lashes,accented nostrils,open mouth,shaded-coral very full lips,four porcelain teeth,pierced ears,black fleecy wig,black composition and wooden ball-jointed body,wearing very fine antique multi-layered costume. Condition: generally excellent,original body and body finish. Marks: 1358 Germany Simon & Halbig S&H 9. Comments: Simon and Halbig,circa 1910. Value Points: rare model in larger size allowing full expression of character features,flawless rich black complexion,beautifully painted lips,wonderful costume.