#150

Petite German Bisque Child with Closed Mouth by Kestner
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$2,100
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Estimate
$700 / $900
Description
10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump cheeks, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, early composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, antique muslin dress with lace and ribbon trim, undergarments, brown leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1. Comments: Kestner, circa 1880. Value Points: wonderful presence of the petite doll with choice bisque and painting, original body and body finish.