German All-Bisque Lady Ballerina with Jointed Arms

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8" (20 cm.) Posed standing en pointe, the all-bisque ballerina depicting adult lady has head slightly inclined, dramatically painted facial features including outlined brown painted eyes and thick black brows, closed mouth, shapely torso, brunette mohair wig, loop-jointed arms, painted ballet slippers with elaborate detail of straps. Condition: generally excellent, two finger tips have possible restoration. Comments: Germany, circa 1910. Value Points: rarity factors include larger size, unique slippers, jointed arms, and wearing original lavender tulle costume.