#651

Bisque Lady Doll, 1159, by Simon and Halbig for the French Market
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$1,800
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Description

22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, slightly modeled brush-stroked brows with feathered detail, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig in original upswept fashion, French composition and wooden ball-jointed lady body with shapely bosom, waist and derriere, elongated limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S&H dep 1159 Germany 9 1/2. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1900, for the French market with original commissioned head from Simon and Halbig. Value Points: beautiful lady with choice bisque, original wig, original body and body finish, wearing wonderful corset, pantalets, stockings, and black leather shoes.