#112

Rare German Bisque Character, 1303, by Simon and Halbig
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$6,750
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Description
15" (38 cm). Amber tinted bisque socket head portraying Native American, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, black feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, pierced ears, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body, suedeskin costume with beaded trim. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1303 Dep S&H Germany. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900, from their exotic series. Value Points: rare model with well-executed complexion, deeply sculpted character features.