#222

German Bisque Brown-Eyed Child, Model 979, by Simon and Halbig 900/1200
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21" (53 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, slightly-parted lips with square-cut upper teeth, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 979 11. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: very choice bisque with delicate complexion, original body and body finish, antique costume.