#275

Very Rare German Black Bisque Doll by Kestner with Bare Feet
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$2,200
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Description
9" (23 cm.) Rich brown bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso,black glass inset eyes,painted lashes and brows,slightly parted coral lips,row of tiny porcelain teeth,pierced ears,black fleecy wig,peg-jointed bisque arms and legs with modeled bent elbows,cupped hands,very shapely legs with tiny ankles,bare feet,wearing frail silk costume that may be original. Condition: hairlines at forehead and throat,chips at all peg holes. Marks: 12 (head). Comments: Kestner,circa 1885. Value Points: extremely rare black-complexioned doll,having very beautiful complexion and facial modeling,bare feet.