#442

Sonneberg Bisque Doll with Closed Mouth
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10" (25 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: bisque excellent, body original albeit worn. Marks: 3. Comments: Sonneberg, mystery maker, circa 1885. Value Points: lovely gentle expression on the petite doll, antique costume.