#229

German Bisque Character "Fany" by Marseille in Wonderful Costume
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$1,900
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Description
19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, long painted curly lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with very full downcast pouting lips, double chin, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 231 Fany DRMR 248/1 A 5 M. Comments: Marseille, circa 1912. Value Points: rare model with wistful expression, wonderful antique costume of pink fleeced coat with matching cap and muff, each trimmed with lace and white fur, dotted Swiss dress, undergarments, white kidskin ankle boots.