#737

Rare Early German Bisque Closed Mouth Child,908,by Simon and Halbig
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$2,200
sold
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head,brown glass inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted lashes,feathered brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with outlined lips,pierced ears,light brown mohair wig,early composition and wooden ball-jointed body,Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S&H 908. Comments: Simon and Halbig,circa 1885. Value Points: very rare early model with distinctive features,very gentle expression enhanced by delicate bisque,original body and body finish,wearing pretty antique dress with lace trim,undergarments,stockings,shoes.