#120

German Bisque Child, 949, by Simon and Halbig
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$1,300
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The bisque socket head doll has brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, dark eyeliner encircling the eye sockets, brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils, open mouth, accented lips, two square cut upper teeth, one square cut lower tooth, brunette mohair wig, original composition and wooden ball-jointed body. The doll wears antique costume comprising dotted Swiss dress with lace trim, embroidered chemise, stiffened net petticoat and pantalets with lace edging, lace- trimmed straw bonnet, shoes and socks. Signed "S H 5 949". Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. 12" (30 cm).