#219

German Bisque Child, 949, by S&H
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$1,450
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Description
16" (40 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, incised eyeliner, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, kid gusset jointed body with bisque forearms, nicely costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 8 H 949. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: rarity factors include closed mouth, swivel head, long-faced modeling.