#195

Bisque Miniature, 153, Attributed to Kestner
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$2,200
sold
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Description
8" (20 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, accented lips, four tiny teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent, tiny pinflake on baby finger. Marks: 153 10. Comments: Kestner, circa 1890. Value Points: rare model in fine large size, with swivel head, well defined body modeling, bare feet, original tiny shoes.