#78

Bisque Character, 115A, "Phillip", by K*R
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$2,900
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Description

15" (38 cm). Bisque socket head, small blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips,blonde mohair bobbed wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 115A 38. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912,the model named "Phillip" in their company catalogues. Value Points: very choice dewy patina of bisque enhances the deeply sculpted wistful features, rarer toddler body with original finish, fine antique costume.