#180

German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll, Model 912, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk
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Description
20" (51 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulderhead, very full cheeks, large brown glass paperweight eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, original muslin body with sewn-on blue stockings and red leather shoes, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 912 N 3. Comments: Alt, Beck, Gottschalk, circa 1880. Value Points: rarely found model with dramatically large brown eyes that beautifully contrast the delicate complexion, original body, antique costume.