$6,000
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head with light brown
(mulatto) complexion,brown glass eyes,painted dark
lashes,black brush-stroked and feathered
brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with
coral-shaded full lips,pierced ears,black/brown
hand-knotted human hair wig,brown composition and
wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists.
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 10.
Comments: Kestner,circa 1885,their model referred
to as "A.T. Kestner" for its resemblance to that
French bebe upon which it drew its inspiration.
Value Points: rare doll with beautiful golden
brown complexion,original body and body
finish,wearing wonderful antique silk
dress,undergarments,kidskin shoes,knit
stockings,and lace cap.