#220

German All-Bisque "Tynie Baby" by Horsman, Wigged Variation 900/1100
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Description
8" (20 cm.) Bisque swivel head of chubby-faced baby on bisque baby torso, tiniest blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, tinted brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs in bent-limb baby pose, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: c. 1924 by E.I. Horsman Co, Inc. Germany 43. Comments: Germany, the doll was made exclusively for the Horsman firm of New York, and marketed as "Tynie Baby", circa 1924. Value Points: most appealing fretful baby expression is enhanced by choicest bisque and painting. Ex-Mildred Seeley Collection.