#4

Outstanding German Bisque Miniature Doll by Simon & Halbig with Trunk and Trousseau
Live Auction

$3,400
sold
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Description
7 1/2" (19 cm.) Solid-domed bisque shoulder head,brown glass inset eyes,painted lashes,single- stroke brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with accented lips,blonde mohair wig in long braids,muslin body with bisque lower arms and legs,painted white stockings and black ankle boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S & H. Comments: Simon and Halbig,circa 1880. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition,the doll has beautiful original wig,aqua silk dress with lace trim,and woven bonnet and is presented in her original trunk with unusual blue lithographed floral design. Within the trunk are store-original costumes including maroon silk dress and apron,blue flannel coat,undergarments,collars and accessories,each with original silk ribbons.