#138

German Bisque Child Doll by Simon and Halbig with Rare 780 Markings
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$1,300
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Description

21" (53 cm.) Bisque shoulder head, blue glass inset eyes, dark painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, row of tiny porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, kid gusset-jointed body, bisque forearms, wearing blue sailor costume, leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 12 H 780. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: rare model number with deeply defined character features, beautiful luminous complexion, original body with perfect bisque hands.