#14

Petite German Bisque Child Attributed to Kestner
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$2,100
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Description
7" (18 cm.) Bisque socket head,blue glass sleep eyes,painted lashes,feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with accent line between the lips,blonde mohair wig over plaster pate,composition body with jointing at shoulders,hips and elbows. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7/0 (somewhat illegible). Comments: attributed to Kestner,circa 1885. Value Points: wonderful plump face with very full cheeks,choice bisque and painting,original body and body finish,antique muslin and silk dress with matching bonnet,rose kidskin shoes with silver buckles.