#268

All-Original German Closed Mouth Doll in Burgundy Silk Costume
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$2,500
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Description
17" (43 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with flattened solid dome, elongated facial shape, blue glass spiral-threaded eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, kid body with gusset-jointing at elbows, hips and knees, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, although unsigned the doll closely resembles early Simon & Halbig dolls, circa 1885. Value Points: very beautiful doll is wearing store original burgundy silk dress with embroidered lace collar and trim, matching woven knit bonnet, undergarments, leather shoes with silver buckles.