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Description
9" (23 cm). Solid domed bisque socket head, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, single stroke brows with light feathered detail, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast pouty expression, auburn mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body, straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4. Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1885,the model was made to resemble early portrait bebes by Jumeau, and to capture that French market. Value Points: rare early doll in wonderfully preserved condition, original body and body finish, choice antique folklore costume includes jewelry and lace coiffe.