#16

Rare German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Character, 1358, by Simon and Halbig
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$5,500
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Description

20" (51 cm.) Bisque socket head with rich brown complexion, brown glass eyes, black painted lashes and slightly modeled brows with feathered details, accented nostrils and eye corners, slightly parted coral-shaded lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black fleecy wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body, wearing antique blue chambray dress, blouse, undergarments, socks, shoes, straw bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1358 Germany Simon & Halbig S&H 8. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1910. Value Points: rare model with wonderful sculpting, beautiful matte-finish complexion, original body and body finish.