#44

Early German Bisque Doll with Closed Mouth
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$1,100
sold
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Description

17" (43 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulder head, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pouty expression, accent line between the lips, brunette mohair wig, kid body with gusset-jointing of hips and knees, bisque lower arms and hands, wearing antique white wear costume and bonnet with gold silk ribbons, undergarments, woven stockings and brown leather boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1885. Value Points: very appealing expression with wistful pouty look, choice bisque, sturdy body, perfect bisque hands.