#85

German All-Bisque Doll by Kestner with Grey Boots
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The all-bisque doll has swivel head with kid- edged bisque torso, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth with accented lips, two square-cut upper teeth, one square cut lower tooth, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, peg- jointed bisque limbs with cupped hands, shapely legs with defined knees and tiny ankles, painted white socks with scallop tops, aqua green ties, grey ankle boots with black tassels and little heels. The doll wears ivory silk dress with aqua sash, and cotton trim, matching bonnet. The doll is arranged in antique domed doll trunk with embroidered whitewear garments, lace-covered pillow and cover, and tiny all-bisque doll. Signed "111" on torso and "3" on head. Kestner, circa 1885. 9" (23 cm).