#13

An All-Original German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll by Simon and Halbig
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$2,100
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head on bisque shoulder plate,brown glass inset eyes,painted lashes,dark eyeliner,brown brush-stroked brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with center accent line,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig with braids extending to waist,original muslin stitch-jointed body with bisque lower arms and legs,bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SH 5. Comments: Simon and Halbig,circa 1880. Value Points: most charming doll in perfectly-preserved condition,closed mouth,swivel head,original luxury wig,original body with bare feet,and wearing her original folklore costume with elaborate bodice,coiffe,and wonderful shoes.