#43

German Bisque Doll for the French Market
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$550
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Description
28" (71 cm.) Bisque socket head,brown glass sleep eyes,mohair lashes,painted lashes,brush- stroked brows with enhanced glaze,open mouth,outlined lips,four porcelain teeth,impressed dimples on philtrum and chin,brunette mohair wig,French composition and wooden fully-jointed body,nice antique costume,undergarments,black leather shoes. Marks: 14 (head). Condition: generally excellent. Comments: mystery maker,the doll was likely positioned to appeal to the French market,circa 1895. Value Points: very appealing and unusual character like face,pleasing bisque and painting.