#272

Large German Bisque Doll with Glass Eyes by Alt,Beck and Gottschalk
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$1,000
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Description
27" (69 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with very plump facial modeling nestled into shoulders,blonde sculpted ringlet curls in tousled fashion,painted lashes,black eyeliner,feathered brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with accented lips,muslin stitch-jointed body,leather arms,antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Alt,Beck and Gottschalk,the model was made in a variety of sizes,with glass or painted eyes,circa 1880. Value Points: rare larger size of the glass-eyed version of the wholesome looking child.