#71

German Porcelain Doll with Pink-Tinted Complexion Known as "Frozen Charlotte"
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$300
sold
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Description
16" (41 cm.) All-porcelain doll in standing pose with arms held in front of body as though for balance,and little sculpted folding fists,pink-tinted complexion overall,light brown sculpted hair with stippling details around the face,painted features,shaded grey eyes,red and black eyeliner,feathered brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with accent line,wearing antique muslin chemise. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany,circa 1880,the doll is known as "Frozen Charlotte",and was actually created as a play doll for bathing. Value Points: especially fine example with rare all-over pink tinting.