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Large German All-Bisque Child, 886, by Simon and Halbig in Blue Silk Ensemble
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$2,900
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Description
8 1/2" (22 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, blue glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, four tiny teeth, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, thigh-high painted blue stockings and black two-strap shoes with sculpted bows, wearing blue silk dress and matching bonnet. Marks: 886 S 5 H. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: fine rare large size with beautiful expression and bisque, rare stockings.