Lot Number:
15
16" (40 cm). Bisque socket head, brown glass
sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and
feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye
corners, closed mouth with accent line between
the pale lips, blonde mohair wig over plaster
pate, early composition and wooden ball-jointed
body with straight wrists, nicely costumed in
white cotton dress with lace and smocking,
undergarments, brown leather shoes with silver
buckles. Condition; generally excellent. Marks:
XI. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points:
most appealing wistful-faced child whose gentle
expression is complemented by delicate coloring
of bisque, original wig, pate, body, body finish.
Realized Price:
$4,400
Presale Estimate:
2200/2500