#68

Rare German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Doll Known as
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$6,250
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Description
11" (28 cm.) Brown-complexioned bisque socket head,brown glass sleep eyes,painted black lashes,black brush-stroked brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth with coral-shaded lips,black fleecy hair,brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body,antique cotton dress and silk bandanna,undergarments,leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5. Comments: Kestner,circa 1885,the doll was modeled after the French bebe marked A.T. and bears a remarkable resemblance. Value Points: rare model with beautiful expression,fine quality bisque and painting,original body and body finish.