#283

German Bisque Fashion Lady Attributed to Kling with Closed Mouth
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21" (53 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulder head with lightly tinted complexion,cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes,dark thick eyeliner,painted lashes,lightly feathered brows,closed mouth,accent line between the lips,pierced ears,wig,muslin stitch-jointed body,leather arms,nicely costumed in antique gown,undergarments,brown leather shoes with silk rosettes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7. Comments: attributed to Kling,circa 1885. Value Points: beautiful shy-featured face with dramatic blue eyes and eyeliner.