German Bisque Child, 204, by Bahr and Proschild

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The bisque socket head doll has elongated facial modelling, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, slightly parted lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. The doll wears antique costume of parlour maid, comprising dotted Swiss The bisque socket head doll has elongated facial modelling, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, slightly parted lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball- jointed body. The doll wears antique costume of parlour maid, comprising dotted Swiss dress with lace trim, black silk velvet-edged apron with double pockets, lace cap, undergarments, woven stockings, white leather shoes and carries little bisque doll in her pocket. Signed "204". Bahr and Proschild, circa 1890. 11" (28 cm). Repaired.