#276

Wonderful German Bisque Doll by Kestner with Trousseau
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$1,600
sold
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Description
28" (71 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate,blue glass sleep eyes,painted lashes,brush-stroked and multi-feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth,pale outlined lips,blonde mohair wig over plaster pate,original muslin body with sewn-on blue sateen corset,blue stockings,and blue leather shoes,leather arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 15. Comments: Kestner,circa 1890. Value Points: closed mouth doll with swivel head has original wig,pate and body,and owns a fine original trousseau of three beautiful fashion gowns that have belonged to her since her origin,along with various undergarments,bonnet and such.