#66

German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll by Kestner with Rare Jointed Ankles
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$1,300
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Description
16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, small blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with row of painted teeth, double chin, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists and jointed ankles, antique brown velvet dress with lace trim, undergarments, leather shoes. Marks: 10. Comments: Kestner, circa 1890. Value Points: beautiful doll with rarity factors including painted teeth and jointed ankles, and with luxurious original mohair wig, original body and body finish.