#39

Rare German Bisque Art Character, Model 546, by Kley and Hahn with Glass Eyes
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Description
19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, short wavy and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with primly-set outlined lips, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique dress, pinafore, undergarments, stockings and shoes. Condition: generally excellent, original body finish. Marks: K&H (in banner) 546 7 Germany. Comments: Bahr and Proschild for Kley and Hahn, circa 1912. Value Points: rare model with compelling wistful expression, finest bisque and painting.