#317

German Bisque Doll by Simon & Halbig
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$4,200
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Description

10" (25 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, stretched-twill-over-wooden body with dowel jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, bisque lower arms and legs, bare feet, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent, tiny chips on two fingers. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: rare doll with beautifully painted face, rare body style.