#498

Rare German Bisque Closed Mouth Child, Model 989, by Simon and Halbig
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Description
18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump face, full cheeks, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with pertly-shaped lips, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 989 10. Comments: Simon and Halbig, the early model was registered in 1887. Value Points: rare early model with distinctive modeling, choicest bisque, original body and body finish.