#113

German Painted Eye Art Character, Model 526, by Kley and Hahn 1100/1400
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Description
15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted blue eyes in deeply-defined eye sockets, black upper eyeliner with painted curly short lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with very full pouty lips, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K&H (in banner) Germany 526 3 1/2. Comments: Kley and Hahn, circa 1910. Value Points: very choice bisque and painting enhances the wistful sad expression, original wig, body, body finish, and antique costume.