#306

German Bisque Child, Model 719, by Simon and Halbig with Closed Mouth
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Description
22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes with spiral threading and dark iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows with feathered details, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with extended center accent line, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden fully-jointed body, pretty antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 12 H 719 dep. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1880. Value Points: seldom found model with deeply modeled features, very lovely complexion and painting of features, original body and finish.