#242

Rare German Bisque Character, 1488, by Simon and Halbig
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$3,000
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Description
20" (51 cm). Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, antique red knit sweater, woolen trousers, shoes, socks. Condition: generally excellent, body is not original but is of the era and appropriately sized. Marks: 1488 Simon & Halbig 12. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1912. Value Points: rare model with superb modeling including details around the eyes and mouth, impressed dimples, finest quality bisque, original body finish.