Large German Bisque Half-Doll with Extended Arms

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Large German Bisque Half-Doll with Extended Arms

Lot Number: 
152
7" (18 cm.) Waist-up bisque lady with sculpted heart-shaped face turned to the side, painted downcast eyes, mouth modeled closed with painted teeth, auburn mohair wig over solid dome, shapely torso, arms extended in front of body with elegantly-posed fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 351. Comments: Germany, circa 1915. Value Points: rare model with very fine quality of sculpting, choice bisque. 
Realized Price: 
$1,900
Presale Estimate: 
400/500