#3

German All-Bisque Miniature Marked
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$1,450
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Description
9 1/2" (24 cm). Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, peg- jointed bisque arms and legs with muscular shaping, painted white stockings with blue rims, black heeled shoes with bows, antique muslin chemise. CONDITION: Generally excellent. MARKS: 153 12. COMMENTS: Attributed to Kestner, circa 1890. VALUE POINTS: Rare model number, large size all-bisque, wonderfully sculpted body with detailed dimples.