#289

German Bisque Child Doll in Richly Embroidered Woolen Costumer
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23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head,blue glass sleep eyes,mohair lashes,painted lashes,short feathered brows,accented nostrils,open mouth,outlined lips,four teeth,original brunette mohair wig,composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Armand Marseille Germany 390 A 4 1/2 M. Comments: Marseille,circa 1910. Value Points: outstanding original folklore costume of fine woolens with richly pattered vest featuring silver closures that matching a brooch on the wool flowered neck shawl; rich embroidery on the skirt hem,fitted woolen cap and little purse held by ribbon across the chest.