#183

German Bisque Character, 149, by Hertel & Schwab
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$4,600
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Description

13" (33 cm). Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, incised eyeliner, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pertly shaped lips, slightly downcast expression with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2050 149 1. Comments: Hertel & Schwab, circa 1912. Value Points: rare little model with gentle expression, closed mouth, excellent bisque, original body and body finish, antique costume.