#210

German Bisque Closed Mouth Child Doll by Kestner
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$900
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Description
22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, accent line between the lips, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 14. Comments: Kestner, circa 1886. Value Points: very gentle expression on the closed mouth doll is accentuated by delicate complexion and painting of features.