#53

All-Original German Bisque Character, 6969, by Gebruder and Heubach
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$3,100
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Description
14" (35 cm). Pink tinted bisque socket head, small blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, incised eyeliner, feathered brows over shaded undercoat, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pouty expression, accent line between the downcast, shaded lips, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 6969 Germany 4 (head) (holz-masse symbol on back torso). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915. Value Points: in pristine unplayed with condition, the pouty faced girl has original wig, body, body finish, factory dress, undergarments, flannel hooded cape, shoes and socks.