#285

Large German Bisque Child,949,by Simon and Halbig,Size 16
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Description
31" (79 cm.) Bisque socket head with elongated facial modeling,very full cheeks,brown glass inset eyes,dark eyeliner,painted curly lashes,thick brush-stroked and multi-feathered brows,accented nostrils,open mouth,shaded and outlined lips,four porcelain teeth,pierced ears,(new) brunette human hair wig,composition and wooden ball-jointed body,antique dress with rich lace trim,undergarments,rose knit stockings,and rose leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SH 16 949. Comments: Simon and Halbig,circa 1895. Value Points: rarer early model with wonderfully defined features,superb bisque,impressed dimple in chin,philtrum and lip corners,original body and body finish.