#124

Large Sonneberg Bisque Child Doll
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$3,100
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Description
23" (58 cm). Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome, large blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner encircles the eyecut, painted curly lashes, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with modelled space between the shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully jointed body with straight wrist. CONDITION: Generally excellent. COMMENTS: Mystery maker, circa 1885. VALUE POINTS: Large and very beautiful child doll with entrancing eyes, rich painting, original body and body finish, antique blue woolen dress, lace and silk bonnet, undergarments, black leather shoes.