$294
Early Papier Mache Doll and Simon Halbig Bisque Head Doll, Germany, mid 19th and early 20th centuries, papier mache shoulder head Voit-type "Pauline," black glass pupil-less eyes, open mouth, teeth (nose ding, rubs), light brown human hair wig, pale pink kid body (some damage), if legs not angled sharply to left, ht. 19 in.; Simon & Halbig character, blue glass eyes (not sleeping), open mouth, two upper teeth, dimples (hairline crack back of head), impressed S&H 1279 mark, dark synthetic wig, jointed composition body (replaced thigh, repaired fingers), white cotton dress, ht. 12 1/2 in.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2002-07-20