German Bisque Character with Dutch Cap by Recknagel

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9 1/2" (24 cm.) Bisque socket head, blonde sculpted curls peeking out from the edges of a sculpted Dutch cap with blue bands and orange bow, blue inset eyes, one-stroke brows, closed mouth with two tiny beaded lower teeth, five-piece composition body, painted stockings and shoes. Condition: generally excellent, light nose rub. Marks: 26 9/0. Comments: Theodor Recknagel, circa 1920. Value Points: rare sculpted Dutch cap with unusual decoration.