#126

German Black Complexioned Bisque Art Character, Model 1358, Original Velvet Costume
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$3,750
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Description
19" (48 cm.) Ebony-black complexioned bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, slightly-modeled brushstroked brows with decorative glaze, accented nostrils of upturned nose, open mouth with very full coral-shaded lips, row of porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig, black composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1358 Germany S&H Simon & Halbig 7. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: flawless ebony complexion with soft matte finish enhancing the fine shading of lips, the doll is wearing original lush velvet costume of plaid dress, matching jacket and bonnet, undergarments, shoes.