#71

German Bisque Child, 949, by S&H
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$3,200
sold
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Description
25" (63 cm). Bisque socket head with high cut dome, large blue glass inset eyes with rich spiral threading, dark eyeliner encircles the eyecut, painted lashes, incised eyeliner, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, richly shaded and accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully jointed body with straight wrists, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 15 H 949. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: very beautiful example of the early model has richly modeled features, exquisite eyes, finest quality of bisque, original body and body finish, antique dress.