#125

Closed Mouth Child, 167, by Kling
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$1,300
sold
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Description

16" (40 cm). Bisque shoulderhead with high-cut pate, brown glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with downcast lips, center line between the lips,blonde mohair wig, original commercial muslin body with reinforced bands at leg joints, bisque forearms and hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 167 K (in bell) 5. Comments: Kling, circa 1880. Value Points: rarer model with most endearing expression, choice bisque, original body, wonderful antique dress, bonnet, shoes, undergarments.