Rare German Bisque "Purple Hair-Bow" Lady with Swivel Head

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12" (30 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-lined bisque shoulder-plate, blonde sculpted hair arranged with two large braids at the back of her hair that are crowned by a vibrant purple hair ribbon and bow, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, lightly-feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with slightly-smiling expression, original muslin body with bisque lower arms and legs, painted white stockings with blue ties, grey ankle boots, and wearing beautiful antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: rarity factors include purple hair bow, rare coiffure, glass eyes, swivel head and original body.