#66

German All-Bisque Kewpie Soldier with Art Nouveau Vase
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$400
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Description
6" (15 cm.) An all-bisque Kewpie with classic features and wearing a bisque soldier̴s cap,leather belt with scabbard and sword and holding a rifle,is posed upon a bisque base which also supports an Art Nouveau style vase with clinging flowers and vines. Condition: small professional restoration on right side of base,otherwise excellent. Marks: 6096 c (in circle). Comments: Germany,circa 1910. Value Points: rare to find model with interesting juxtaposition of themes.