#68

Petite German Bisque Child by Kestner
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$2,300
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Description
9" (23 cm). Bisque socket head with very plump facial modeling, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the accented lips, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden body with jointing at shoulders, hips and knees, antique rose cotton dress with lace trim, bonnet, undergarments, leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent, original body finish except repair to lower left leg. Marks: 3. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: appealing petite size with endearing expression, choice bisque, antique costume.