#553

German Bisque Doll with Sculpted Hair Known as "Alice in Wonderland"
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$400 / $500
Description
23" (58 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with blonde hair drawn tightly away from face, behind sculpted ears, into short curls at the back of the head, glazed black hair band, painted small bright blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, brown single stroke brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, blushed cheeks, muslin stitch-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880, the model known as Alice in Wonderland for its resemblance to the original Tenniel illustrations. Value Points: excellent bisque and painting, antique costume and with two additional gowns.