#306

Rare German Bisque Character,520,by Bahr and Proschild for Kley and Hahn
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$3,400
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Description
18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head,painted pale blue eyes,black upper eyeliner with very lightly fringed brows,accented nostrils and eye corners,closed mouth with slightly smiling expression,accented lips,auburn mohair wig,composition and wooden ball-jointed body,antique costume and leather ankle boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 520 6 (head) Heinrich Handwerck Germany (body). Comments: Bahr and Proschild for Kley and Hahn,circa 1910. Value Points: rare model with most endearing expression,wonderful quality of bisque and painting,original body finish.