18" German bisque character "Hilda", model 237, by Kestner with wonderful toddler body

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Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, brunette mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden fully-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing. Marks: J made in German 13 Germany JDK 237. Excellent condition, original body and body finish, original wig and plaster pate. Germany, Kestner, circa 1914. PLEASE NOTE: ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS. The lots have been viewed for visible damages and is so noted when possible to aid in your bidding, but the bidder is reminded that any condition notes in the description do not override the general caveat emptor that all items are sold as is. Please call 410-224-3655 or email info@theriaults.com if you have specific inquiries about this lot.