#328

Gorgeous Sonneberg Bisque Doll For the French Market,Mystery Maker
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$2,300
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Description
24" (61 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome,very plump face,grey/blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading,dark eyeliner,painted curly lashes,arched feathered brows,accented eye corners,shaded nostrils,closed mouth with very full outlined lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig,Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body,pretty coral silk dress in the 1880 style,undergarments,antique kidskin shoes. Condition: generally excellent,body repainted. Marks: 15. Comments: Sonneberg,circa 1882,the doll was designed to capture the French market. Value Points: rare luxury large size with richly modeled features,notably lips and cheeks,that are contrasted by beautiful pale bisque with soft blushing,original body.