#188

German Bisque 'Mein Susser Liebling', 117, by K*R
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$4,500
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Description
23" (58 cm). Bisque socket-head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, incised eyeliner, short feathered brows, dark eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, brunette mohair extended-length wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 118 58. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912, the doll was marketed by them as "Mein Susser Liebling" (my sweet darling). Value Points: exceptional quality of bisque with gorgeous dewy patina, deeply modeled features, luxury wig, original body and body finish, very fine antique lace and embroidered costume.