#249

Four German Bisque Soldiers as Candy Containers
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$850
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$800 / $1,000
Description
5" (13 cm.) -6". Each has bisque swivel head which attaches to hollow torso designed for use as candy container, with attached paper mache legs on wooden platform; the torso separates for use as candy container. Each with painted facial features with various expressions, and three have sculpted helmets or caps. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: wonderfully expressive little characters with unique features and original felt wool costumes. Private Collection of Marianne Cieslik.