Fa*****se
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- $1,400 / $1,800
Description
22" (56 cm.) Porcelain shoulderhead of plump-faced child with head slightly turned to the side, light pink-tinting of complexion, black painted pate with feathering details around the face, painted blue down-glancing eyes with darker blue iris rims, black and red upper eyeliner, single stroke brows, rounded nose tip, closed mouth with pert expression, muslin stitch-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1860. Value Points: rare model with most endearing expression enhanced by unusual shape of nose, defined throat hollow and tiny chin, fine antique costume with embroidered bodice.