#106

German All Bisque Miniature Doll by Kestner
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$3,800
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Description
8 1/2" (21 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth with outlined lips, two square cut upper teeth, one square cut lower tooth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, curled fingers, painted mid-thigh white stockings and very high laced boots, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 102. Comments: Kestner, circa 1890. Value Points: rare early all-bisque with wonderful expression, fancy stockings and shoes.