#151

German Bisque Fashion Doll by Simon and Halbig with Distinctive Body
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$4,300
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Description

13" (33 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, bright blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, twill-over-wooden body with shapely torso, dowel-jointing at hips, knees, and shoulders, bisque arms to above the elbows with slightly cupped hands, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1880. Value Points: rare model with beautiful face and bisque, distinctive early body with bisque arms original to this doll.