14" German bisque closed mouth doll by Kestner with original body

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Bisque swivel head on bisque shoulderplate, dramatically large blue glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, blonde mohair wig, kid pin-jointed body, bisque hands. Excellent condition, tiny fleck on lower left eye rim. Marks: 5. Kestner, Germany, circa 1885, especially beautiful face on the early closed mouth doll. 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.