#267.1

Early Sonneberg Bisque Miniature Doll with Dog and Extra Gown
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$1,300
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Description
6" (15 cm.) Solid domed bisque head with flat-cut neck socket that fits to protruding dowel from paper mache torso,cobalt blue glass eyes,painted eyeliner and brows,closed mouth with pert smile,brunette mohair wig,five piece original paper mache body,wearing original sheer muslin baby gown and coat with lace trim and matching cap. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Sonneberg,circa 1880. Value Points: beautiful tiny early doll with original unique body and costumes; included is a tiny fur-covered paper mache salon dog,and an additional beautifully-sewn early gown of sheer muslin with handmade lace.