#147

Beautiful German Bisque Child,939,by Simon and Halbig,Size 16,with Spectacular Eyes
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$4,250
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Description
29" (74 cm.) Bisque socket head with long-faced modeling,very deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes,thick dark eyeliner,painted lashes,brush-stroked and multi-feathered brows,accented eye corners and nostrils,closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig,composition and wooden ball-jointed body,wearing fine antique dress,undergarments,leather shoes,silk bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. marks: S 16 H 939. Comments: Simon and Halbig,circa 1885. Value Points: gorgeous doll whose deep eyes are complemented by rich decoration of lips,finest quality of bisque,original body finish.