Large German Bisque Child, 939, by Simon and Halbig

25" (64 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose- blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, slightly-parted outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Marks: S 15 H 939. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: rare variation of the seldom-found model with delicate complexion, original body and body finish.