#170

German Bisque Asian Child with Elaborate Costume for the French Market
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16" doll. (41 cm.) Amber tinted bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, black painted lashes, black feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black human hair in elaborate coiffure, amber tinted body with ball- jointed elbows, one piece legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1329 Germany Simon & Halbig S&H 4. Comments: Simon and Halbig for the French market, circa 1895. Value Points: the beautiful doll wears her elaborate original Asian costume comprising elaborate head dress enwrapping her hair, silk costume, shoes with wooden heels, tassels.