$1,998
Large Kestner Closed Mouth Bisque Socket Head Doll, Germany, late 19th century, blue sleeping eyes, closed mouth with red line in center and outlining, even pink coloring, impressed K made in Germany 11, original blonde mohair wig over plaster pate (wig pulls at top of forehead by crown), fully articulated composition body in original finish, red stamp Excelsior D. R.P. No. 70685 Germany 4 on hip, white cotton undergarments, pink dress and hat with pink net lace overlay, brown stockings (holes throughout), keystone brown leather ankle-strap shoes with rosettes, ht. 23 in.

Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2006-08-24