#422

German Bisque Smiling Child,Model 550,by Marseille in Antique Costume
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$950
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17" (43 cm.) Bisque socket head,blue glass sleep eyes,painted curly lashes,one-stroke brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with slightly-smiling expression on the shaded and outlined lips,brunette mohair wig,composition and wooden ball-jointed body,wearing beautiful antique white-wear costume,undergarments,kidskin shoes and knit bonnet with silk ribbons,later silk costume in the antique style is included. Condition; generally excellent. Marks: Germany 550 A 4 M DRGM. Comments: Marseille,circa 1915. Value Points: most charming child with gentle laughing expression enhanced by finest bisque,original body finish,lovely costume.