#468

German Bisque Doll, 230, with Closed Mouth by Bahr and Proschild
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$1,700
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Description

25" (64 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulder head, large blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth, defined space between the outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, kid body with gusset jointing of hips and knees, bisque forearms and hands, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, earlobe holes restored. Marks: Germany 230 14. Comments: Bahr and Proschild, circa 1885. Value Points: rare early model with beautiful expression, choice bisque and painting.