#238

Early German Bisque Closed Mouth Child, 989, by Simon and Halbig
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, impressed dimples at chin and philtrum, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body with straight wrists, wearing pretty antique dress with lace trim, undergarments, leather shoes, socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 989 9. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: rare closed mouth model with character-like expression, fine lustrous bisque, original early body and body finish.