#233

German Bisque Character, 150, by Simon and Halbig
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Description

23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, shaded and outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: 1 1/2" x 1" piece broken and nearly imperceptibly reglued at back neck, otherwise excellent. Marks: S&H 120 58. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1912. Value Points: rare model with very fine quality of modeling and beautifully painted bisque and features, original body and body finish, lovely antique costume.