#55

Rare German Bisque Doll with Brown Complexion,1358,by Simon and Halbig
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$4,000
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Description
18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head with light brown complexion,brown glass inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted dark curly lashes and feathered brows,accented nostrils,open mouth,very full lips with enhancing decorative glaze,row of tiny porcelain teeth,pierced ears,black fleecy mohair wig,brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body,antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1358 Germany Simon & Halbig S,8 H. Comments: Simon and Halbig,circa 1910. Value Points: rare model with very beautiful face created especially for this dark-complexioned doll,having exemplary bisque with golden-brown complexion that is flawless,especially fine painting of brows and lips,original body and body finish. $5000/7500