#412

Petite German Bisque Doll by Simon and Halbig with Twill and Wooden Body
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$3,600
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Description

9" (23 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, cobalt blue glass enamel eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, original blonde mohair wig, stretched-twill over wooden body with dowel jointing at elbows, hips and knees, bisque lower arms and legs, bisque bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1880. Value Points: beautiful petite doll with rare original body, having original aqua silk dress with lace and metallic trim, undergarments, shoes.