#188

Rare German Bisque Child,1279,by Simon and Halbig in Antique School-Girl Costume
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$3,300
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Description
25" (64 cm.) Bisque socket head,blue glass sleep eyes,thick dark eyeliner,painted curly lashes,feathered brows with slight modeling detail,accented eye corners,shaded nostrils,open mouth,accented lips include center accent dot on bottom lip,pierced ears,blonde mohair wig,composition and wooden ball-jointed body,antique blue knit sweater,plaid woolen skirt,blue wool beret,knit stockings and black shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S&H 1279 Dep Germany 13. Comments: Simon and Halbig,circa 1900. Value Points: superb modeling of distinctive features enhanced by impressed dimples in chin,bottom lip,lip corners,philtrum,and having original body and body finish.