#171

Fashion Doll with Twill over Wooden Body
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$4,800
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Description

12" (30 cm). Bisque swivel head with elongated throat on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, bright blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette mohair wig, twill-over-wooden body with shapely torso, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, bisque lower arms and hands, bisque legs and bare feet,(frail) green silk dressing robe. Condition; generally excellent. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1875. Value Points: rare model with beautiful facial expression, very rare to find original body.