German Blue-Eyed All-Bisque Miniature Doll by Kestner with Bare Feet

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German Blue-Eyed All-Bisque Miniature Doll by Kestner with Bare Feet

Lot Number: 
209
7" (18 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointed arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2 1/2. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: most precious expression on the bright-eyed child, finest bisque and painting, rare bisque feet, antique mariner costume.
Realized Price: 
$1,600
Presale Estimate: 
900/1300