#308

Rare Large German Bisque Child Doll by Kling with Bell Symbol
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$1,800
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Description

32" (81 cm.) Bisque socket head with elongated facial modeling, blue glass sleep eyes, dark painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, open mouth, shaded and outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, brunette human hair, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 370-15 K (in bell). Comments: Gebruder Kling, circa 1890. Value Points: rare large child doll by this firm, whose rarity is enhanced by beautiful expression, gorgeous bisque with luminous patina, original body and body finish, lovely antique costume.