Theriault's Auction Catalog - "Cherished" Marquis Doll Auction Weekend Online Auctions

Neapolitan Villager with Fancy Sculpted Boots and Original Costume 600/800

Lot #300 (Sale Order 1 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Polychromed earthenware figure of gentleman with bald pate and sculpted short curls above the ears, enamel eyes, painted darkened complexion with cheek color, closed mouth with row of teeth, tow-wrapped armature body with sculpted hand having fingers expressively posed, sculpted well-detailed boots. Condition: generally excellent, one finger tip missing. Comments: Neapolitan, late 1700s. Value Points: fine all-original condition with expressive features, linen costume with linen laced vest have buckled vest.

English Wooden "Post Office" Dollhouse with Exceptional Exterior Details 5000/7500

Lot #301 (Sale Order 2 of 253)

25" (64 cm.) h. x 18"d. x 20"w. The wooden two story building designed to appear as though a stone house with shaped stone work around the windows, has an arched front door and two side doors, each with tiny bone door knob, the front door under an arched frame, and with windows having wooden panes, with steepled roof centered by a pair of large chimneys, two front steps, and two large interior rooms with wooden floors. The words "Post Office" are lettered across the front of the house. Excellent condition, original finish, on swivel base allowing easy access to either front or back of house. English, mid-1800s.

German Flannel Wool Donkey on Cast Iron Wheels by Steiff 800/1100

Lot #302 (Sale Order 3 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Attached to cast iron wheeled base is a firmly-stuffed donkey with brushed flannel wool cover, with black shoe-button eyes, ears, black yarn mane and tail tip, and with attached original red felt blanket and leather saddle and harness. Excellent condition. Germany, attributed to Steiff, early 1900s.

American Wooden Art Character Boy by Schoenhut 500/700

Lot #303 (Sale Order 4 of 253)

19" (48 cm.) All carved wooden doll with socket head, intaglio sculpted blue eyes, white eye dots, black upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast pouting lips, blushed cheeks and chin, brunette mohair tacked on wig, spring-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan.17, ‘11 USA (paper label). Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1912. Value Points: original painted finish and well-sculpted details of facial expression.

German Bisque Closed Mouth Child, Model 192, by Kammer and Reinhardt 1100/1300

Lot #304 (Sale Order 5 of 253)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes with darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pertly-shaped small outlined lips, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 192. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1892, the model was registered by the firm in that year; it is unknown who actually produced the bisque heads for Kammer and Reinhardt during this era, but its close resemblance to Kestner suggests that firm as a possible source. Value Points: hard-to-find model with beautifully-painted brows and lips, original early body, antique velvet costume.

Three Carved Wooden Doll Heads 400/500

Lot #305 (Sale Order 6 of 253)

6" (15 cm.) Set of three carved solid wooden shoulderheads, carved defined facial features with deep eye sockets, early, smiling upturned lips, each with natural finish. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, mid/late 1800s. Value Points: unusual sculptural models of unknown background.

German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings in Original Box 400/600

Lot #306 (Sale Order 7 of 253)

7 1/2" (19 cm.) h. buffet. Presented within a wooden lidded box is a complete set of wooden oak dining room furnishings in the Gothic style, with carved detailing and with silver cast metal hinges and pulls, the set comprising table with one extension leaf, buffet with upper cabinets, shelves, and drawers, and six chairs with original burgundy leather upholstery. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1880.

Set of Petite German Dollhouse Furnishings and Two Dollhouse Dolls 600/800

Lot #307 (Sale Order 8 of 253)

5" (13 cm.) Of fine walnut with ebony black edging, the set comprises a single door cabinet with lithograph on door depicting a little girl crying over her broken toys, matching small cabinet with upper drawer and door with lithograph of two girls, chaise lounge and three chairs with original chintz upholstery and fringe edging. Along with two German bisque dollhouse dolls with sculpted hair and painted facial features, muslin body, bisque lower limbs, original costume, including man with black hair and moustache, and woman with rare brown hair holding a tiny all-bisque baby.

Sonneberg Bisque Closed Mouth Doll with Original Costume 700/900

Lot #308 (Sale Order 9 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eyeshadow, accented nostrils and eye corners, brushstroked brows, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body, painted socks and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4. Comments: Sonneberg, mystery maker, the doll closely resembles early French bebes, circa 1880. Value Points: dramatic facial painting and beautiful eyes, original body and wearing original French-style bebe dress.

Tiny Grodertal Wooden Articulated Doll with Original Costume 200/400

Lot #309 (Sale Order 10 of 253)

3" (8 cm.) All wooden doll with one-piece head and torso, painted black hair with tuck comb, shaded curls around her face, painted complexion, painted simple facial features, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, painted shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Grodnertal, circa 1850. Value Points: fine state of preservation of the tiny doll, wearing original red silk dress with lace trim, undergarments, coiffe.

English Miniature Wooden Chest and Bird Cage 400/500

Lot #310 (Sale Order 11 of 253)

5" (13 cm.) Mahogany chest of drawers with burled wooden drawers has three full-width drawers and two handkerchief drawers, with bone carved drawer pulls. Along with carved bone bird cage with fancy spindles and finials, with two interior birds on a perch. Excellent condition. English, mid-1800s.

Chinese Carved Wooden Doll from Door of Hope Mission with Rare Costume 800/1200

Lot #311 (Sale Order 12 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Carved wooden head with defined facial features, very narrow black eyes with black brows, painted black hair brushed behind her sculpted ears and formed into a thickly coiled chignon encircled by red and gold wrap and accented by three barrettes, lightly tinted full lips, cloth body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Chinese Door of Hope, circa 1920s. Value Points: pristine state of preservation, very rare coiffure, and wearing red silk tunic with gold metallic thread embroidery, multi-layered under-jackets, red silk trousers with red silk overskirt having embroidered details with exterior braid, red slippers, handkerchiefs.

Early Nuremberg Kitchen with Extensive Contents and Built-in Stove 6500/8500

Lot #312 (Sale Order 13 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) h. x 18"d. x 20"w. The early wooden one-room Nuremberg kitchen sits on its original frame with dove-tailed construction and has original painted exterior and interior walls and painted red and cream checkerboard floor, built-in all-around shelving, chimney and open-hearth stove. A rare oil lamp with wire shade suspends above the room, and the shelves are filled with a fine collection of early pewter and tin kitchen utensils and dinner ware. Excellent condition. Germany, Nuremberg, circa 1820.

Rare Tiny Grodnertal Wooden Doll with Original Costume 300/400

Lot #313 (Sale Order 14 of 253)

4 1/2" (11 cm.) All wooden doll with one-piece head and shapely torso, painted black hair with sculpted tuck comb at the crown, scalloped curls around the face, painted facial features, wooden limbs with jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, painted red slippers. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Grodnertal, circa 1840. Value Points: well-preserved original condition of the early doll, wearing original dress and undergarments.

German Tin and Brass Toy Kitchen Stove with Utensils 800/1000

Lot #314 (Sale Order 15 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Tinplate toy stove with brass edging and claw feet has original chimney with brass cap, three oven doors with hinged clasps, and with original tinplate pots designed to fit on stove plates, each with brass lid, including water boiler with faucet, coffee pot with wooden handle (missing finial), tea kettle with brass lid and wooden handle, frying pay with long handle and stew pot. Also included is wooden handled shovel, and wooden bellows with painted design. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1885.

French Bisque Bebe, Figure B, by Jules Steiner with Original Signed Body 3500/4500

Lot #315 (Sale Order 16 of 253)

33" (84 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes which operate with wire lever at back of head, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, rose blushed eye shadow, accented eye corners and shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over Steiner pate, French composition fully-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: J. Steiner Figure B Paris (head) Le Petit Parisien Bebe Steiner Medaille d'Or Paris 1889 (body) J. Steiner (eyes). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1890. Value Points: lovely bisque and painting, original signed Steiner eyes which function perfectly via his deposed system, original signed body with original finish.

French Bamboo-Styled Maple Toilette Table with Porcelain Accessories 500/700

Lot #316 (Sale Order 17 of 253)

27" (69 cm.) h. including mirror. 18"w. The light walnut toilette table with carving in the manner of bamboo has an attached bracketed mirror, two towel racks and single drawer, and is fitted with original porcelain wash set of white porcelain with blue floral design, comprising washbowl and pitcher, tiny bowl, two lidded jars. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885.

German Pressed Tin Baby Carriage by Maerklin 800/1100

Lot #317 (Sale Order 18 of 253)

8" (20 cm.) The heavy pressed tin carriage with embossed wicker design has double-spoked wheels, folding (replaced) silk-covered sunshade, curved handles, wooden hand grip, original cream and aqua painted finish with gilt accents. Generally excellent. Stamped "Germany" on underside. Germany, Maerklin, circa 1890.

French Bisque Bebe E.J. by Jumeau with Lovely Eyes and Signed Shoes 3500/4200

Lot #318 (Sale Order 19 of 253)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, dimpled chin and philtrum, separately modeled and pierced ears, blonde hand-tied human hair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: bisque excellent, finish worn on hands and knee joints. Marks: Depose E. 9 J (head, and artist checkmarks) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: especially fine complexion enhanced by dramatic painting around the very deep eyes, original early body, antique dress, jewelry, Jumeau shoes signed "Paris depose 9".

Beautiful French Bisque Poupee by Doleac with Wooden Articulated Body 3500/4500

Lot #319 (Sale Order 20 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged shoulderplate with deposed system allowing the head to tilt forward and side-to-side as well as swivel, cobalt blue enamel eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, ears pierced into head, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, all wooden body with swivel waist, dowel-jointed articulation at shoulder, elbows, hips, and knees. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Louis Doleac, Paris, circa 1867, the doll also has the deposed head/shoulderplate attachment designed by Dehors allowing realistic head posing. Value Points: rare poupee with distinctive facial model of Doleac, rare Dehors neck articulation, wooden articulated body, and beautiful costume and matching lace snood.

Rare German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings and Two Dollhouse Dolls 800/1200

Lot #320 (Sale Order 21 of 253)

8" (20 cm.) Of fine wood and carved carton, with walnut finish and black ebony edging, the bedroom set comprises high canopy bed with finial posts and wooden canopy top, long chaise lounge with carved back, single door armoire, chair with curved back, single chair, washstand and table with faux-marble top, the upholstered furnishings with original patterned upholstery with fringe trim. The table has original store paper label from "D.H. Greenin Fancy Repository 20 & 21 East Street Brighton". Along with two German bisque dollhouse dolls with sculpted hair and painted facial features, muslin body, bisque lower limbs, original costumes. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1880.

French Bisque Smiling Poupee by Leon Casimir Bru with Original Body and Wig 1600/2100

Lot #321 (Sale Order 22 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass enamel inset eyes with darker blue outer irises, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, delicately shaded lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French poupee body with firmly-stuffed twill torso and legs, kid arms, antique lingerie. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: D (head and shoulderplate). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1872, the year in which the distinctive smiling model was deposed. Value Points: especially fine example of the beloved smiling poupee, with original very sturdy body, original wig, earrings and necklace.

Petite French Bisque Poupee, Size 0, with Piquant Smile and Original Costume 1200/1600

Lot #322 (Sale Order 23 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid edged bisque shoulderplate, pale blue glass paperweight inset eyes with darker blue iris rims, painted lashes, feathered brows, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with shapely waist. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 0 (head and shoulderplate). Comments: lovely expression and bisque, sturdy original body, wearing original (frail) silk costume, undergarments, leather shoes marked "0".

Set of German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings with Silk Upholstery, Original Box 500/700

Lot #323 (Sale Order 24 of 253)

8" (20 cm.) l. sofa. Of light wood with unusual pressed designs and ivory painted finish, the set comprises sofa with rolled arms, one large arm chair with rolled arms, table and set of four balloon-back chairs, each of the seated pieces with original aqua silk upholstery with gold patterned design. The set is preserved in its original wooden box in near mint condition. Germany, circa 1885.

German All-Bisque Child, Model 150, by Kestner 300/400

Lot #324 (Sale Order 25 of 253)

6" (15 cm.) One-piece bisque head and torso, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, slightly-parted lips, four tiny teeth, blonde mohair wig, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted blue socks and black one-strap heels. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 150 0. Comments: Kestner, circa 1910. Value Points: pretty all-bisque doll with original wig.

German Gilt Ormolu Miniature Accessories by Erhard & Sohne 800/1100

Lot #325 (Sale Order 26 of 253)

4 1/2" (11 cm.) h. music stand. Each piece is of gilded ormolu, and includes music stand with scrolled base, handled coal or wood scuttle, table lamp with red-fringed shade, hall mirror with shelf and elaborately carved arched frame, and candlestick. Excellent condition. Germany, Erhard & Sohne, circa 1890.

Petite French Bisque Poupee with Cobalt Blue Eyes 1000/1200

Lot #326 (Sale Order 27 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, cobalt blue glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1865. Value Points: petite size, brilliant cobalt blue eyes that contrast beautifully with pale complexion.

Gorgeous French Bisque Bebe Triste, Size 14, in Fine Antique Costume 8000/11,000

Lot #327 (Sale Order 28 of 253)

31" (79 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, lushly painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows with feathering details, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with accented shaded lips, separately-modeled pierced ears, brunette human hair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed very plump body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 14 (and artist checkmarks on head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, his portrait bebe sculpted by Carrier-Belleuse, with finest quality of bisque and painting, splendid eyes, original early body and body finish, antique dress of royal blue velvet, undergarments, bonnet, signed Jumeau shoes.

Set of German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings and Dollhouse Dolls 400/500

Lot #328 (Sale Order 29 of 253)

5" (13 cm.) dolls. The wooden dollhouse furnishings with ebony painted finish accented with gold stencil has gold tipped feet on chairs, and comprising lounge sofa, two arm chairs and four side chairs with original aqua patterned fabric upholstery, along with upright piano with hinged key board, and parlor table with fancy base. Included are two bisque dollhouse dolls with sculpted hair and painted facial features, original muslin bodies and bisque limbs, including grey haired grandma with coiled bun coiffure, and gentleman with sideburns and formal suit. Excellent condition. Circa 1890.

Grodnertal Wooden Doll in Early Costume 400/500

Lot #329 (Sale Order 30 of 253)

8 1/2" (22 cm.) One-piece wooden head and torso, painted black hair with tendrils of painted curls onto forehead, painted facial features, blue eyes, tiny nose, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, painted red flat shoes. Condition: generally excellent, original painted finish with some age rubs. Comments: Grodnertal, circa 1850. Value Points: nicely painted hair, articulated body, wearing antique cotton print dress and undergarments.

French Porcelain Poupee by Leontine Rohmer with Signed Body 3000/4000

Lot #330 (Sale Order 31 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) Pink tinted porcelain shoulderhead, bright blue painted downcast eyes with black upper eyeliner and painted curly lashes, lightly feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with gusset-jointing. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (Rohmer stamp on body). Comments: Leontine Rohmer, circa 1860. Value Points: brilliant blue eyes beautifully contrasts the brilliant porcelain complexion, original signed Rohmer body.

French Bisque Bebe by Leon Casimir Bru with Original Signed Bru Shoes 9000/12,000

Lot #331 (Sale Order 32 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom and shoulderblades, very plump cheeks and chin, blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading, thick dark eyeliner, painted dark curly lashes, rose eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined shaded lips centering a daintily-painted row of teeth, pierced ears, light brown mohair wig over cork pate, French kid bebe body with gusset-jointing at hips, knees and elbows, bisque forearms, antique silk dress with lace collar, undergarments, stockings, black leather shoes, silk bonnet. Condition: generally excellent, one finger tip chipped off. Marks: (circle dot symbol on head and shoulderplate) Bte SGDG (forehead) Bebe Brevete SGDG.. (body label). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1880. Value Points: precious petite-sized bebe has rare painted teeth for this model, beautiful painting around the eyes, original signed body, original leather shoes signed "B" in oval.

French Bisque Bebe Teteur by Leon Casimir Bru, Exhibition Size with Provenance 6000/9000

Lot #332 (Sale Order 33 of 253)

23" (58 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, parted lips with "O"-shaped opening, blonde mohair wig, cork pate, metal screw at back of head which was designed to operate the sucking action of the bottle nipple when placed in mouth, kid bebe body with kid-over-wooden Chevrot hinged hips, wooden lower legs, kid over wooden upper arms, bisque forearms, early cotton and lace baby gown and bonnet. Condition: restoration of shoulderplate, back of head, and left hand. Marks: Bru Jne 9 (head) Bru Jne No. 9 (shoulders) (partial Bru label on torso). Comments: Bebe Teteur, Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1880. The doll is shown in the book, Through the Nursery Window by Lila Rait, and its provenance is told. The original owner, Lorna, was the daughter of a prosperous Scottish family who had come to Australia about 1850; it is believed that the doll was presented as an exhibition model at the Melbourne International Exhibition of 1880 and was acquired by the family from there. Value Points: extremely rare size of the Bebe Teteur, indicating its probable use as an exhibition doll, with great presentation, beautiful facial complexion, sturdy original body and costume. A copy of the book is included.

Beautiful French Bisque Smiling Poupee with Wooden Arms by Leon Casimir Bru 3200/4500

Lot #333 (Sale Order 34 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with shaded and accented lips in tentative smiling expression, brunette mohair wig with braided coronet over cork pate, pierced ears, kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, square-cut collarette, wooden arms with dowel jointing at shoulders, elbows and wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: D. (head and shoulders). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1872, in which year the model was deposed. Value Points: pristine condition of the deposed smiling poupee with flawless bisque, rare original body, and wearing fine antique silk costume with fitted jacket and matching skirt, blue silk wrap with silk fringe edging, undergarments, heeled shoes, tiny metal purse.

French Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings by Badeuille with Lithographed Details 600/800

Lot #334 (Sale Order 35 of 253)

6" (15 cm.) h. piano. Of light maple wood with natural finish, the salon furnishings are each enhanced with embossed gold paper trim and appliques, and include upright piano with hinged keyboard cover; double door cabinet with arched panels at the front having lithographed scenes of child in a garden; fernery filled with original silk flowers, settee, two arm chairs and two side chairs with rose silk upholstery, and a center parlor pedestal table with scroll-shaped table top. Excellent condition. French, Badeuille, circa 1885.

English Miniature Wax Dollhouse Dolls and Canopy Bed 700/900

Lot #335 (Sale Order 36 of 253)

5 1/2" (14 cm.) doll. 7 1/2" h. bed. A canopy bed with wrapped stiffened fabric and lace canopy top and with original bed fittings is surrounded by four small wax dolls including pair of all-wax babies with tiny black bead eyes and original attached costumes, another larger wax baby with cloth body and wax limbs, original costume, resting in wicker basket; and woman with wax shoulderplate, tiny bead eyes, ringlet curls, cloth body, wax lower limbs, and lovely original costume. Very good overall condition, woman is missing lower right arm. English, mid-1800s.

All-Original Petite Sonneberg Bisque Doll for the French Market 1400/1800

Lot #336 (Sale Order 37 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows with feathered details, accented nostrils, closed mouth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body, straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2. Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1880, the doll was designed to appeal to the French market, and closely resembles early Jumeau bebes in facial modeling as well as costuming. Value Points: the petite bebe wears original burgundy silk dress, woven bonnet with silk lining, undergarments, socks, shoes.

Pair, German Bisque Dollhouse Dolls in Royal Robes 600/800

Lot #337 (Sale Order 38 of 253)

6" (15 cm.) Each has bisque shoulderhead, sculpted brown hair and painted facial features, man with moustache, muslin body, bisque lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: the pair is wearing matching royal robes in silk and velvet with long extended velvet robe with fur edging.

English Wooden Georgian Period Dollhouse with Provenance 5000/7500

Lot #338 (Sale Order 39 of 253)

40" (102 cm.) h. x 30"w. x 16"d. The dark wood two store dollhouse with natural finish has double gable rooflines, each roof with double chimney, full-width front porch with chain-attached short posts, arched paneled front door, and painted-pane front windows. The entire front opens to reveal four large interior rooms, each with original wood or paper floor, papered walls, and built-in fireplaces, and the kitchen fireplace is fitted with a rare roasting device (see detail photos). The house is in excellent condition. English, Georgian era, circa 1800. Included with the house is a 1951 note regarding its history, "The piece was on exhibition at the English Fair at Wembley and viewed by Queen Mary who is a collector of doll furniture. Alan Crosland, noted Movie Director, now deceased, bought it in competition with Queen Mary's Commissionaire".

Early Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings and Grodnertal Dolls 500/700

Lot #338.1 (Sale Order 40 of 253)

4" (10 cm.) -5" dolls. Each is all wooden with one-piece head and torso, dowel-jointed wooden limbs, painted black hair and facial features, antique costume. Along with early wooden hand-carved blanket chest with removable lid; and miniature wooden chest with faux-wood grain finish and wooden straps, and with mysterious symbols on the hinged lid; and three-drawer chest of red-washed pine with mahogany drawer fronts, brass cast faux keyholes and knob, impressed "J. Bubb Maker" on underside. John Bubb of 39 White Street, Southwark, London was a toy and cabinet manufacturer (1809–37). Excellent condition. Mid-1800s.

French Musical Automaton "Little Girl Training Her Pup" by Renou 5500/7500

Lot #339 (Sale Order 41 of 253)

21" (53 cm.) Arranged upon a velvet covered base is a bisque head girl with glass eyes, brunette mohair wig, original costume, holding a training stick in one hand and a biscuit in the other. Facing her, posed upon a chair, is a costumed glass-eyed paper mache dog, resting on its back haunches, with front paws extended in a begging manner. When wound, music plays, the girl turns her head side to side and extends training stick as though commanding the pup, and then tempts with the biscuit she extends in her left hand. Meanwhile the pup leans back and forth, his front paws finally leaning on his chair tray while he looks beseechingly at the biscuit, and all the while vigorously wagging his tail. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1902 2/0 Comments: Renou, Paris, circa 1895. Value Points: rare automaton functions well and presents a delightful amusing scene, in fine original condition.

German Mechanical Black Man as Peddler in Original Costume 1600/2100

Lot #340 (Sale Order 42 of 253)

24" (61 cm.) Standing upon a wooden base is a paper mache head man with ebony black complexion, his head attached in loose nodding manner, with black glass eyes, painted features, open hinged mouth with two rows of teeth, wide smiling expression, paper mache body, wire upper arms, paper mache hands with pointing finger on right hand. When wound, he nods his head and hinges open and close his mouth as though hawking his wares which are presumably held in the suitcases at his feet. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1890, designed as a store promotional item to draw the public's focus to whatever product was being shown in the store window. Value Points: fine all-original condition including wonderful costume including fancy shoes and plaid slacks with matching jacket lining.

German Mechanical Seated Figure as Snake Charmer 1500/2500

Lot #341 (Sale Order 43 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) seated. Man with rich brown complexioned paper mache head which is loosely attached to a paper mache body is posed seated with crossed legs, and with hinged arms that are held outward with open palms. The man has brown flirty eyes, closed mouth, highly-characterized features, black fleecy hair, and is wearing original costume of exotic snake charmer including jewelry; at his side is a woven basket which contains a rubber snake. When wound, his head leans side to side, his eyes flirt, and his left arm moves up and down as though charming the snake which he holds. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, early 1900s, from a series of store promotional mechanical figures, designed to be placed in store windows to attract attention of passers-by. Value Points: well-preserved mechanical figure.

Early Doll's Canopy Bed of Tiger Maple 400/500

Lot #342 (Sale Order 44 of 253)

29" (74 cm.) h. 19"l. The maplewood bed with rich tiger graining in warm brown/honey tones, has nicely carved head and foot boards, original wooden slats and mattress, high carved posters with detachable curved canopy top that is fitted with fine embroidered lace canopy, and with antique bed fittings and linens. Excellent condition. American, mid-1800s.

German Paper Mache Doll with Brown Glass Eyes 300/400

Lot #343 (Sale Order 45 of 253)

23" (58 cm.) Paper mache shoulderhead, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig, original muslin torso and upper limbs, composition lower arms and legs. Condition: original finish although craquelure on upper face and arms. Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: wearing beautiful antique lace and embroidered gown and bonnet, undergarments.

French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Original Gilt Lettered Signed Shoes 3300/4300

Lot #344 (Sale Order 46 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, very large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, lushly-painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 3 (head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: beautiful bebe with very fine bisque, dramatic large eyes, original wig, body and body finish, and wearing original chemise, Jumeau socks, and red leather shoes signed "Bebe Jumeau, Med. d'Or Paris" in gilt lettering.

French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau in Red Woolen Ensemble 2800/3400

Lot #345 (Sale Order 47 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with very full shaded lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, wearing antique red woolen dress with applique detailing at bodice, undergarments, red shoes, matching coat and bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1890. Value Points: charming little bebe with excellent bisque, original body and body finish.

German Painted Tin Dollhouse Furnishings by Rock and Graner 700/900

Lot #346 (Sale Order 48 of 253)

8" (20 cm.) h, cabinet. The furnishings of pressed tin have painted faux-wood-grain finish, and include cabinet with double door lower cabinet and glass-door upper cabinet with yellow painted interior; corner curio cabinet with lattice-cut sides and mirror back; oval table with pedestal base, and six balloon back chairs with tin faux-woven seats. Excellent condition. Germany, Rock and Graner, circa 1880.

Early German Porcelain Doll with Wooden Articulated Body and Pressed Tin Sofa 700/900

Lot #347 (Sale Order 49 of 253)

5 1/2" (14 cm.) doll. Lightly-tinted porcelain shoulderhead boy with side-parted painted black hair, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, closed mouth, all-wooden body with dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, wearing antique boy's belted suit. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1850. Value Points: rare doll with wooden articulated body and original costume. Included is early pressed tin sofa in painted faux-wood-grain and black upholstery, with silk tufted upholstery and pillows.

German Porcelain Lady with Elaborate Coiffure and Expressive Features 600/800

Lot #348 (Sale Order 50 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) Porcelain shoulderhead, black sculpted hair waved away from her face in soft waves, braided coronet extends from behind each ear and tucked under pageboy curl at her nape, deeply-set eye sockets, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, elongated nostrils with outlined nostrils, closed mouth with slightly-upturned corners, replaced muslin body, porcelain lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: hard to find model with distinctive facial expression and coiffure, antique costume.

German Painted Tin Dollhouse Furnishings by Rock and Graner 900/1200

Lot #349 (Sale Order 51 of 253)

9" (23 cm.) h. canopy. The pressed tin dollhouse furnishings with painted faux-wood finish including bed with circular canopy top accented with gold etching and original green silk drapes and bed covers; armoire with single mirrored front door with scalloped gilt edging; cabinet with lattice upper railings, glass windows, and mirrored back; secretaire with drop front to painted yellow interior. Excellent condition. Germany, Rock and Graner, circa 1880.

French Bisque Poupee with Distinctive Portrait Like Face 2800/3200

Lot #350 (Sale Order 52 of 253)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, deep blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pale accented lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, French kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, gusset jointing. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1870. Value Points: unique expression on the beautiful poupee with fine artistry of painting, unusual original costume including beaded velvet coat.

Set of Dollhouse Furnishings, Possible Eppendorfer & Noche, Paper Mache Lady 800/1100

Lot #351 (Sale Order 53 of 253)

7" (18 cm.) doll. 9"h. buffet. Of finely grained golden wood, the matching furnishings includes buffet with applique soft metal accents and graduated size shelves; double-door armoire with curtained windows and metal accents; oval pedestal table and six matching balloon-back chairs each with inset black stripe banding, fernery with metal applique and flowers, dessert buffet, and fireplace with green silk cover. Included is a woven carpet, and soft metal pitcher, cruel holder and glass cones each with green glass centers, along with a paper mache shoulderhead lady with black sculpted hair in coiled chignon, painted features, kid body, original (frail silk gown). Germany, mid-1800s, the furniture is attributed to Eppendorfer & Noche.

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier in Antique Nanny Costume 1700/2300

Lot #352 (Sale Order 54 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-lined bisque shoulderplate, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with delicately accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at elbows, hips and knees. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1875. Value Points: choice bisque, very sturdy original body, wearing original pale green nanny costume with black velvet edging, undergarments, bonnets, leather shoes, watch and fob.

Model of French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau, Incised "Brevete Jumeau" Mark 4500/5500

Lot #353 (Sale Order 55 of 253)

26" (66 cm.) Bisque socket head, very deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, shaded and outlined lips, separately-modeled pierced ears, brunette human hair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Brevete SGDG Jumeau 12 (incised, and artist checkmarks) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, the depose model was introduced in 1885/86 and were his first systems for sleeping eyes; the system was unsuccessful and those heads which had been designed for this use (with a small drilled hole at the back of the head for placement of the turning knob) were simply presented with the in-demand classic paperweight eyes. The only signals that denote the original are the unusual Jumeau incised marking and the factory-filled small hole at the back of head. Few examples of the luxury model exist, and especially in this large and expensive size. Value Points: rare model has exemplary bisque and painting, original body and body finish, lovely antique dress, bonnet, undergarments, Jumeau socks and Jumeau signed shoes.

Petite French Bisque Bebe by Fleischman and Blodel 800/1100

Lot #354 (Sale Order 56 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass spiral threaded eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 8. Comments: French, Fleischman and Blodel, circa 1900. Value Points: unusual petite size of the wide-eyed late bebe, with charming presence and costume.

German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishing by D.H. Wagner 700/900

Lot #355 (Sale Order 57 of 253)

5 1/2" (14 cm.) h. desk. Each is ebony-finished wood with gilt stenciling in the manner of French Biedermeier furnishings, including secretary desk with cabinet doors and numerous niches, single door armoire, pedestal table with unusually fancy pedestal, and four chairs (one missing an arm) and settee upholstered with original burgundy silk. Excellent condition. Germany, D.H. Wagner, circa 1880.

French Bisque Bebe with Dramatically painted Eye Shadow 2200/2800

Lot #356 (Sale Order 58 of 253)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark black eyeshadow, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, shaded lips, tiny porcelain upper teeth, pierced ears, brunette human hair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, antique costume. Marks: F.G. (in scroll) 7. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1888. Value Points: dramatic painting of eye shadow and lashes beautifully contrasts the pale complexion.

American Cloth Doll by Babyland Rag in Rare Size 600/800

Lot #357 (Sale Order 59 of 253)

31" (79 cm.) All-muslin doll with rounded face, painted facial features, outlined brown eyes in half-moon shape with grey eyeliner, brushstroked brows, outlined nose, bow-shaped mouth, rosy cheeks, brunette stitched-on bangs, stitch jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, mitten hands with separate thumbs, antique costume. Condition: very good overall. Comments: Babyland Rag, circa 1900. Value Points: nice larger size with artistically painted face.

American Stockinette Cloth Doll with Painted Features 800/1100

Lot #358 (Sale Order 60 of 253)

19" (48 cm.) All stockinette with soft stuffing, the stitch-shaped face with defined eye sockets, painted blue eyes and lashes, stitched nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, stitched-on ears, blonde yarn hair, stitch jointing at shoulders, hips and knees, unusual curled fingers. Condition: slight wear of yarn hair, otherwise excellent. Comments: American, circa 1885. Value Points: rare doll in well-preserved state has original knit undergarments, socks, slippers and baby dress.

Set, German Wooden Miniature Dishes 300/400

Lot #359 (Sale Order 61 of 253)

3 1/2" (9 cm.) d. tray. Each piece is of turned wood with original painted cream finish and colorful painted rooster, comprising tray, covered tub, double-sided compote, four egg cups with eggs. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1880.

Family of Tiny Grodnertal Wooden Dolls and Cradle 700/900

Lot #360 (Sale Order 62 of 253)

1" (3 cm.) -3". Seven all-wooden dolls in tiny graduated sizes have one-piece head and torso, painted black hair (three with yellow tuck combs) and facial features, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Grodnertal, circa 1840. Value Points: the rare tiny wooden dolls are included with an early walnut hooded cradle.

Trio of American Wooden Dolls by Mason and Taylor 900/1200

Lot #361 (Sale Order 63 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Each is all-wooden doll with painted complexion and facial features, sculpted short blonde hair, swivel head, painted blue eyes, black and red upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, dowel jointing at shoulders, elbows and knees, rivet-jointing at hips, metal hands and feet, painted blue boots. Condition: generally excellent, one has extra pivot at neckline and uncertain if original. Comments: Mason and Taylor, circa 1880. Value Points: wonderful comparative group of the sought-after American dolls, with three variations of hair styles, the trio posed with an early American wooden chair.

American Wooden Character Doll, Model 404 by Schoenhut 600/800

Lot #362 (Sale Order 64 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) All wooden doll with socket head, intaglio sculpted brown painted eyes, white eye dots, tinted brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented center line, brunette mohair wig, wooden spring-jointed body, brown corduroy boy's suit, ankle boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan. 17, ‘11 USA. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1912. Value Points: very expressive features with deep intaglio eyes.

American Wooden Character Doll by Schoenhut 500/700

Lot #363 (Sale Order 65 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) All wooden doll with socket head, intaglio-sculpted brown eyes, white eye dots, black upper eyeliner, feathered brows, rounded nose, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, wooden spring-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Jan. 17, ‘11 USA. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1912. Value Points: especially fine modeling with deeply sculpted features.

American Wooden Humpty Dumpty Circus Animals and People by Schoenhut 2500/3500

Lot #364 (Sale Order 66 of 253)

7" (18 cm) - 8". Each of the animals is all wooden with original carved bodies and head accentuated by original painting, and each has glass eyes, including: leopard with original spotted rope tail and ball swivel neck; brown bear with ball swivel neck; elephant with double tusks; tiger with spotted rope tail, open mouth, ball swivel neck; lion with rope tail and cloth mane; alligator with ball-swivel at tail and neck, and with original flippers; single hump camel with open mouth; giraffe with open mouth; buffalo with open mouth, cloth mane (one horn missing); zebra with closed mouth; and ostrich. Along with mask-face monkey with painted eyes and original attached costume; clown with original costume, ringmaster with bisque head, and acrobat lady with bisque head. Also included are six stools, two chairs, barrel, ball and two ladders. Excellent condition. Original paint on all pieces is beautifully preserved. Schoenhut, Humpty Dumpty characters, circa 1910.

German Bisque Child, Model 949, in Rare Petite Size 700/900

Lot #365 (Sale Order 67 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, brunette human hair, composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SH 959. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: rare petite size of the sought-after model, closed mouth, early original body and body finish.

German Bisque Child, Fully Articulated Body, Original Costume, Kammer and Reinhardt 300/400

Lot #366 (Sale Order 68 of 253)

9" (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Halbig 23. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910. Value Points: petite doll with fully-articulated body, wearing beautiful original lace dress, undergarments, knit woven bonnet, socks, and shoes.

German Bisque Child, Model 155, by Kestner 200/300

Lot #367 (Sale Order 69 of 253)

7" (18 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, two porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition body with jointing at shoulders, hips and knees, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K made in Germany 6/0 155. Comments: Kestner, circa 1910. Value Points: pretty miniature doll with original body and body finish.

German Bisque Child, 167, by Kestner with Lovely Antique Costume 300/400

Lot #368 (Sale Order 70 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, auburn mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: L made in Germany 3 167. Comments: Kestner, circa 1910. Value Points: especially pretty doll with original body and body finish, lovely antique costume.

Petite German Bisque Closed Mouth Child by Kestner 800/1000

Lot #369 (Sale Order 71 of 253)

9" (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, wonderful antique costume and toy rattle. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Kestner, circa 1890. Value Points: rare little closed mouth child with choice bisque, original body and body finish, original wig.

French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Signed Jumeau Shoes 3200/3600

Lot #370 (Sale Order 72 of 253)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with heart-shaped upper lip, impressed dimples at philtrum and chin, separately-modeled pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E 9 J (and artist checkmarks, head). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: finest pale bisque contrasted by brilliant blue eyes, original body and body finish, leather shoes signed "Bebe Jumeau Med d'Or Paris 9".

French Bisque Bebe by Gaultier with Dramatic Blue Paperweight Eyes 2800/3400

Lot #371 (Sale Order 73 of 253)

25" (64 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows with feathered detailing, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with shaded outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, pretty antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F.G. (in scroll) 7. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1888. Value Points: wide-eyed beauty with fine delicate bisque, original body and body finish, fine antique dress in the carnival style.

German Bisque Child, Model 192, by Kammer and Reinhardt 400/500

Lot #372 (Sale Order 74 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, painted curly lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1 192 0. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1892. Value Points: petite size of the rare registered child body, original body and body finish, lovely antique costume.

Petite German Bisque Child Doll, 1079, by Simon and Halbig 300/400

Lot #373 (Sale Order 75 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, pierced ears, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique knitwear with rose chiffon ribbons. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SH 1079 3 dep Germany. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: charming petite child doll with excellent bisque, original body and body finish, original wig.

German Bisque Child, Model 192, by Kestner 500/700

Lot #374 (Sale Order 76 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, fine antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 192 2. Comments: pretty child doll has loveliest bisque, original wig, body and body finish.

German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll, Model 192, by Kammer and Reinhardt 1200/1500

Lot #375 (Sale Order 77 of 253)

24" (61 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with very full lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair wig, composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 192 14. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, which registered the model in 1892. Value Points: beautiful closed mouth doll with finely-painted features and complexion, original body and body finish.

French Musical Automaton "The Professor and the Dunce" by Roullet et Decamps 6500/8500

Lot #376 (Sale Order 78 of 253)

19" (48 cm.) Posed on a silk brocade-covered wooden platform is a bisque-head Professor standing behind his teacher's desk, holding a book and a teaching rod, while alongside is the classroom student "dunce" in kneeling position and with accessory ears. When wound, the professor turns side-to-side, nodding his head and waving his stick as he turns to the student, then inclining his head to read from his book. The Dunce lifts his book up and down, pretending to study, while his ears move up and down and back and forth as though mocking the professor. Two tunes are played. Condition: generally excellent, mechanism and music function well. Comments: Roullet et Decamps, circa 1895. Value Points: the amusing vignette is well-preserved, including school room details such as teacher's bell and blackboard.

Two German All-Bisque Miniature Dolls in Original Costumes 600/800

Lot #377 (Sale Order 79 of 253)

4 1/2" (11 cm.) Each is all-bisque with brown glass eyes, one with swivel head, open mouth, blonde mohair wig, jointed arms and legs, painted stockings and blue bow-strap shoes, and wearing original knit costume, marked 132; and the other with one-piece head and torso, closed mouth, jointed arms and legs, thigh-high painted black stockings and brown two-strap shoes, original folklore costume and woven bonnet. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1885.

Four German All-Bisque Miniature Dolls in Original Costumes 300/400

Lot #378 (Sale Order 80 of 253)

3 1/2" (9 cm.) Each has one-piece bisque head and torso, tiny glass eyes, painted features, closed mouth, mohair wig, jointed arms and legs, painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent, one shoe tip chipped. Comments: Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: factory-original school boy costume on each doll.

Beautiful French Bisque Bebe Jumeau with Incised Depose Mark 3000/3800

Lot #379 (Sale Order 81 of 253)

19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, rose-blushed eye shadow, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, defined space between the shaded lips, separately-modeled pierced ears, dimpled chin, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Jumeau 8 (incised). Comments: Bebe Jumeau Diplome d'Honneur (body). Emile Jumeau, circa 1885. Value Points: very deeply-defined features enhanced by rich painting, fine luminous complexion, original (frail) magenta silk Jumeau dress from the workshops of Ernestine Jumeau, undergarments, stockings and shoes marked Paris Depose 8.

French "Cordonnerie Enfantine" for Doll Shoes 400/500

Lot #380 (Sale Order 82 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) x 9". The cardboard box with lithographed cover depicting little girls and their doll hinges open to fitted interior with tools and materials for making doll shoes, including wooden forms, threads, cast metal hammer and pliers, as well as a pair of doll shoes and a booklet with instructions and patterns for making doll shoes. Excellent condition. French, circa 1900.

German Paper Mache Lady Doll by Dressel 500/700

Lot #381 (Sale Order 83 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) Paper mache shoulderhead with slender facial modeling, blue glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig in up-swept fashion, cloth body, composition lower arms and legs, painted white stockings and yellow ankle boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4/0. Comments: Germany, circa 1890, Cuno and Otto Dressel. Value Points: all original finish is beautifully preserved, original body with fancy painted boots, wearing factory original chemise dress.

German Bisque Lady Doll with Original Body, Model 7926, by Gebruder Heubach 900/1100

Lot #382 (Sale Order 84 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead of adult lady with slender face, elongated throat, modeled bosom, dark blue glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig in original up-swept coiffure, original muslin body, paper mache arms and legs, painted knee-high white ribbed stockings with red rims and black one-strap shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7926. 0. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915. Value Points: rare model with modeled bosom, original body, original undergarments, closed mouth variation.

German Wooden Biedermeier Dollhouse Furnishings 400/600

Lot #383 (Sale Order 85 of 253)

6" (15 cm.) desk. Of fine mahogany and maple wood, the furnishings include secretary desk with drop-front opening to interior drawers; a second secretary desk with inlay striping and drop-front; matching library table; two arm chairs with mahogany velvet upholstery, and round pedestal table with floral inlay. Included is carpet and two dollhouse dolls with sculpted hair, painted facial features, and original costumes. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1885.

English Poured Wax Child Doll in Original Costume 800/1000

Lot #384 (Sale Order 86 of 253)

17" (43 cm.) Poured wax shoulderhead, blue glass eyes, inset hair brows, tinted closed mouth, accented eye corners and nostrils, blonde separately inserted hair, softly-stuffed muslin body, poured wax lower arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: very good, some sparseness of hair. Comments: English, in the Montanari manner, circa 1880. Value Points: original muslin gown with blue ribbon and lace trim, undergarments, black leather slippers with blue bows.

German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings by D.H. Wagner 700/900

Lot #385 (Sale Order 87 of 253)

5" (13 cm.) h. armoire. Of light wood with ebony finish and gilt accents, comprising lady's writing desk with unusual crown-shaped finial; unusual armoire with two doors, cabinet and four drawers; checkerboard game table; sewing table with fitted drawers; armoire with mirrored door; round pedestal table; two night stands; three drawer cabinet, two bisque busts, and a settee with original blue silk upholstery and fringe edging. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1880, attributed to D, H. Wagner.

German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishing Attributed to D.H. Wagner in Diminutive Size 800/1000

Lot #386 (Sale Order 88 of 253)

6" (15 cm.) h. cupboard. The wooden dollhouse furniture, in especially petite size, has ebony finish with stenciled gilt accents and tiny silver bead drawer pulls, including cupboard with blue-lined glass fronted upper cabinet, table, small two drawer chest of drawers, knee-hole desk with fitted niches, buffet with faux-ivory wooden spindles on the display shelves, secretary desk with drop-front, and two chests of drawers. Also included are two bisque dollhouse dolls with sculpted hair and painted facial features comprising housemaid and man with moustache, along with three small bisque children. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1890.

German Bisque Doll with Closed Mouth by Kestner 300/400

Lot #387 (Sale Order 89 of 253)

9" (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast lips, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: bisque excellent, body is original albeit overall crazing. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: fine quality of bisque and painting on the closed mouth doll with wistful expression.

German Bisque Child Doll, Model 155, by Kestner 300/400

Lot #388 (Sale Order 90 of 253)

8" (20 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: made in Germany 4/0 155. Comments: Kestner, circa 1900. Value Points: dainty little doll is wearing original costume, socks and shoes, and has original fully-articulated body with original finish.

Early German All-Bisque Miniature Doll by Kestner with Well-Modeled Body 1200/1700

Lot #389 (Sale Order 91 of 253)

9 1/2" (24 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, very plump cheeks, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, lightly arched lips, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, bare feet, blonde mohair wig, antique costume included. Condition: generally excellent, small chip on back right leg rim. Marks: 4. Comments: Kestner, circa 1880. Value Points: rare early model with exceptional detail of body sculpting including well-defined knees and tiny ankles.

French Bisque Bebe E.J. by Emile Jumeau with Signed Jumeau Shoes 3000/3700

Lot #390 (Sale Order 92 of 253)

19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E. 8 J (head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: beautiful doll, original body and body finish, original signed Jumeau shoes.

French Porcelain Poupee by Leontine Rohmer with Trunk and Trousseau 1500/2200

Lot #391 (Sale Order 93 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) Lightly-pink tinted porcelain swivel head with flat-cut neck socket on porcelain shoulderplate, original metal stringing pin at top of cork crown, painted upper-glancing blue eyes, dark eyeliner, painted all-around lashes, lightly-fringed brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig, softly-stuffed kid torso, gusset-jointed hips, wooden knee joints, porcelain lower arms and hands. Condition: there is an old faint hairline that extends entirely across the face just above the lip, shoulderplate, body and arms excellent. Marks: (Rohmer stamp on body). Comments: Leontine Rohmer, circa 1860. Value Points: beautiful painting, original signed body, the doll owns a trunk with a variety of costume elements and accessories.

Petite Bisque Child, 1079, by Simon and Halbig 200/300

Lot #392 (Sale Order 94 of 253)

8" (20 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig in long braids, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips, painted high black stockings and brown one-strap shoes. Condition: generally exist. Marks: 1079 -20 Dep S&H. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: petite doll with unusual body, great antique costume.

German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll by Kestner in Rare Size 900/1200

Lot #393 (Sale Order 95 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the richly-shaded lips, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique chemise and woven snood. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 3. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: rare petite size of the early closed mouth doll.

German Bisque Three-Face Doll by Carl Bergner 1100/1300

Lot #394 (Sale Order 96 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with three different faces which can be alternately revealed by turning the knob at the top of the head, blonde mohair wig, composition shoulderhead, jointed arms and lower legs, muslin torso. The faces include crying with painted eyes and scowling mouth; sleeping with modeled closed eyes and closed mouth with fretful expression; and laughing with painted eyes and closed smiling mouth with modeled tongue and teeth. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: C.B. Comments: Germany, Carl Bergner, circa 1900. Value Points: excellent bisque, original muslin costume and bonnet.

German Bisque Closed Mouth Child by Kestner 1100/1300

Lot #395 (Sale Order 97 of 253)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, thick brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with upturned lip corners, shaded and accented lips, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 14. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: early child with closed mouth, excellent bisque, original body and body finish.

Early German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 500/700

Lot #396 (Sale Order 98 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulderhead, large cobalt blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, blushed cheeks, original muslin stitch-jointed body, bisque arms to above the elbows. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk, circa 1880. Value Points: beautiful pale bisque with brilliant contrasting eyes, original body with bisque arms, antique costume.

German Maple Wood Dollhouse Furnishings 500/700

Lot #397 (Sale Order 99 of 253)

6" (15 cm.) h. armoire. Of fine honey-toned maple wood with natural finish, the pieces include mirrored door armoire, dining room cabinet with glass upper door; chest of drawers with mirror, bed with fittings, dining table, three various chairs, towel bar, and three cabinets or table with white marble tops. Also included is bisque dollhouse lady with sculpted hair and painted facial features, original costume. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1890.

Two German All-Bisque Miniature Dolls 400/500

Lot #398 (Sale Order 100 of 253)

3 1/2" (9 cm.) -5". Each is all-bisque with swivel head and peg-jointed arms and legs, including girl with blue eyes, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, painted white stockings and black two-strap shoes, wearing knit costume; and doll with painted brown hair with feathered detailing around her face, painted high laced boots, wearing blue/white knit costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: most appealing tiny pair, the brown haired girl quite rare.

Petite German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll by Kestner 700/900

Lot #399 (Sale Order 101 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, thick brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, blonde mohair wig, composition fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 0. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: rare size 0 of the closed mouth early child doll, original body.

German Bisque Child by Kestner in Antique Costume 400/500

Lot #400 (Sale Order 102 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth with slightly-parted lips, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: made in Germany. Comments: Kestner, circa 1900. Value Points: very fine modeling with plump elongated cheeks, original body and body finish, original antique costume.

German Bisque Child with Closed Mouth by Kestner 400/500

Lot #401 (Sale Order 103 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: made in Germany 3 (head) 4/0 (torso). Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: petite closed mouth doll with original body and body finish, antique costume.

French Bisque Bebe E.J. by Emile Jumeau, Beautiful Eyes, Signed Jumeau Shoes 3200/3800

Lot #402 (Sale Order 104 of 253)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, shaded and accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E. 6 J (head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: beautiful bebe with artistic blushing, original body and body finish, lovely antique costume including signed Jumeau shoes.

Sonneberg Bisque Child Doll with Closed Mouth 400/600

Lot #403 (Sale Order 105 of 253)

8" (20 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, composition fully-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1885. Value Points: charming petite doll with closed mouth.

German All-Bisque Miniature Doll with Yellow Boots 300/400

Lot #404 (Sale Order 106 of 253)

4 1/2" (11 cm.) One-piece bisque head and torso, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted yellow ankle boots with black heels and tips, antique dress. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 108 4. Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: charming piquant expression, rare yellow ankle boots.

French Bisque Bebe Triste, Size 11, by Emile Jumeau with Original Early Body 11,000/14,000

Lot #405 (Sale Order 107 of 253)

24" (61 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, shaded upturned lips, impressed dimples in chin and philtrum, separately-modeled pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, fine early dress of velvet and silk. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 11 (and artist checkmarks on head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, his distinctive Bebe Triste model with beautiful bisque, brown eyes, original body and body finish, lovely costume.

French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Incised Depose Rare Mark 2800/3400

Lot #406 (Sale Order 108 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, lovely lace dress and bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Jumeau 6 (incised mark, and artist checkmarks on head). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1882. Value Points: rare model made for one or two years only has finest creamy bisque.

German Bisque Child, Model 99, by Handwerck 300/400

Lot #407 (Sale Order 109 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, dark brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, slightly-parted lips, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 99 2 Germany H 4/0. Comments: Handwerck, circa 1900. Value Points: pretty child has fine bisque, original wig, body and body finish.

German Bisque Child Doll, 886, by Simon and Halbig 200/300

Lot #408 (Sale Order 110 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Marks: 886 S 5 H. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1895. Value Points: fine bisque with delicate complexion, original body and body finish.

Two Miniature Bisque Dolls with Cobalt Blue Eyes 400/500

Lot #409 (Sale Order 111 of 253)

5" (13 cm.) Each has bisque socket head, cobalt blue glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips, painted shoes and socks, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: for the French market, circa 1885. Value Points: charming little pair, the girl being particularly hard to find.

German Bisque Lady Doll with Blonde Sculpted Hair in Braided Coronet 400/500

Lot #410 (Sale Order 112 of 253)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead, blonde sculpted hair brushed away from face into soft curls and captured at the crown by a braided coronet, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, pierced ears, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, stitched-on red leather boots, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1860. Value Points: rare coiffure is deeply sculpted.

French Bisque Poupee with Wooden Articulated Body and Bisque Hands 3200/3800

Lot #411 (Sale Order 113 of 253)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on bisque shoulderplate, Dehors neck articulation allowing head to tilt side to side and forward as well as swivel, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, arched brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, unpierced ears, blonde mohair wig captured in woven snood, wooden body with shapely torso, dowel-jointing at shoulders, wrists, hips and knees, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, attributed to Alexandre Dehors, circa 1867. Value Points: rarity factors include Dehors neck articulation, wooden body, bisque arms, lovely antique costume.

German Bisque Character with Impish Expression, 1428, by Simon and Halbig 700/1000

Lot #412 (Sale Order 114 of 253)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, tiny brown glass sleep eyes, fringed upper curly lashes, one-stroke brows, tiny nose, closed mouth modeled as though open with shaded lips, smiling impish expression, laughter crinkles around the eyes, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1428 6. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1912. Value Points: rare model to find with wonderfully detailed sculpting, most endearing expression, original toddler body with original finish, antique costume.

German Bisque Child, Model 249, by Kestner 400/600

Lot #413 (Sale Order 115 of 253)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted curly lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: B made in Germany 6 JDK 249 (head) Made in Germany (body). Comments: Kestner, circa 1915. Value Points: fine lustrous complexion, wig, body, body finish and beautiful antique costume.

German Bisque Character, "Phillip", Model 115/A by Kammer and Reinhardt 1100/1300

Lot #414 (Sale Order 116 of 253)

11" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast lips in pouting expression, composition and wooden toddler body with side-hip jointing, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 115/A 30. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912. Value Points: demure fretful expression is well-achieved on this cabinet-size toddler, original body and body finish.

German Bisque Child, Model 99, by Handwerck 300/400

Lot #415 (Sale Order 117 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, wearing knit costume and cap, knit stockings and brown leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 99 2 Germany HW 4/0. Comments: Handwerck, circa 1900. Value Points: costumed as playful child, in knit costume with pewter and bone toy.

French Bisque Bebe R.R. by Emile Jumeau in Early Mariner Costume 3000/3800

Lot #416 (Sale Order 118 of 253)

25" (64 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, lushly-painted dark lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: R. 10 R. (and artist checkmarks). Comments: Emile Jumeau, the model was made about 1893 as a special commission; the initials R.R. remain a mystery, and few examples exist today. Value Points: rare model of Jumeau with very fine bisque and painting, original body and body finish, antique costume.

German Bisque Character, 117, Kammer and Reinhardt, Closed Mouth Miniature Doll 2000/2400

Lot #417 (Sale Order 119 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, blushed cheeks, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 117 Germany. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, the rare open mouth variation of the Mein Liebling model, circa 1912. Value Points: the rare model with fine quality of bisque and painting, antique dress, is carrying a little bisque doll with brown glass eyes, closed mouth, composition body, antique costume, marked 0, by Kestner, circa 1900.

Rare German Bisque Child Doll, 1293, by Franz Schmidt 800/1000

Lot #418 (Sale Order 120 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque socket head, small brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, tiny mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1293 FS & C. Comments: Franz Schmidt, circa 1915, from the firm's rare 1200 character series, few examples of the 1293 model are known to exist. Value Points: rare model with wonderful expression, choice bisque and painting.

Petite German Bisque Child as Young Boy by Kammer and Reinhardt 300/400

Lot #419 (Sale Order 121 of 253)

10" (26 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S&H K*R 26. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910. Value Points: original body and body finish, he is wearing a flannel jacket and short trousers, shirt, stockings and leather shoes.

German Bisque Child, 99, by Handwerck in Original Costume 300/400

Lot #420 (Sale Order 122 of 253)

9" (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 69 Germany H. Comments: Handwerck, circa 1900. Value Points: wonderful multi-layered antique costume, original body and body finish.

Petite German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Child, 99, by Handwerck 300/400

Lot #421 (Sale Order 123 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, black brushstroked brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair fleeced wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 99 2 Germany HW 4/0. Comments: Handwerck, circa 1900. Value Points: rare brown complexioned doll especially in this size, with flawless complexion, original body and body finish.

French Bisque Bebe by Jumeau with Rare Depose Incised Mark 3200/3800

Lot #422 (Sale Order 124 of 253)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth, pale shaded lips, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Jumeau 9 (incised and artist checkmarks). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884, the rare model was made for one or two years only. Value Points: most appealing shy expression is well achieved, fine quality of bisque, original body and body finish, wearing original rose silk dress, undergarments, bonnet, rose Jumeau socks, and signed Jumeau shoes.

French Bisque Bebe by Gaultier with Early Block Letter Markings 3000/4000

Lot #423 (Sale Order 125 of 253)

27" (69 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, heart-shaped upper lip, impressed dimples at philtrum and chin, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, antique lace and silk dress, bonnet, undergarments, shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F 12 G (block letters). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1882. Value Points: the large blue eyes beautifully contrast the very delicate complexion.

French Bisque Brown-Complexioned Bebe, Figure C, by Jules Steiner 1800/2300

Lot #424 (Sale Order 126 of 253)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head with light brown gleaming complexion, black eyeliner, black painted lashes, rose blushed eyeshadow, brown brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, black fleecy hair over Steiner pate, brown composition fully-jointed body. Condition: old hairline extends down left side of face just in front of ear. Marks: Figure C No.0 (head) Steiner Bte SGDG Paris (body). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1885. Value Points: rare model with beautiful gleaming complexion, original body and body finish, wearing early aqua (frail) silk dress with lace trim and matching bonnet.

Sonneberg Bisque Closed Mouth Child with Rare Neck Construction 700/900

Lot #425 (Sale Order 127 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with flat-cut neck socket that accommodates to original torso, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with daintily-shaped lips, brunette human hair, composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 77 2. Comments: Sonneberg, maker unknown, circa 1885. Value Points: early look-alike doll to French bebes, with closed mouth, rare neck construction, original rare body.

French Bisque Bebe with Early Block Letters by Gaultier 3500/4200

Lot #426 (Sale Order 128 of 253)

19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump cheeks and chin, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, delicate eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with beautifully-outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, beautiful antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F. 8 G. Comments: Gaultier, circa 1882, early model with block letter markings. Value Points: very beautiful bebe with delicate bisque and complexion, original body and body finish.

French Bisque Poupee by Emile Jumeau with Original Signed Body 2400/2800

Lot #427 (Sale Order 129 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, brunette human hair over cork pate, French kid poupee body with gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7 (head and shoulderplate, and artist checkmarks) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878. Value Points: rare wide-eyed transitional poupee with original very sturdy body, antique ensemble, undergarments and boots.

Early Poured Wax Peddler Lady in Dome 300/500

Lot #428 (Sale Order 130 of 253)

9" (23 cm.) doll. 12" dome. Poured wax head with tiny bead eyes and pronounced nose and chin, with head and body enclosed in original brown and black gown with red hooded over-cape, and arms held in front of body clasping a basket of dried flowers and herbs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: English, mid-1800s. Value Points: in original state and costume, the doll is presented under original glass dome.

Collection of Early Brass and Cast Iron Miniature Fireplaces and Accessories 800/1000

Lot #429 (Sale Order 131 of 253)

7" (18 cm.) largest. Including two cast brass fireplaces with attached mantels, free-standing cast copper fireplace, five various cast brass fenders, and brass standing trivet. Excellent condition. Mid-1800s.

German Porcelain Brown-Eyed Lady with Extensive Original Wardrobe 800/1000

Lot #430 (Sale Order 132 of 253)

21" (53 cm.) Pink tinted porcelain shoulderhead, black center-parted hair in short ringlet curls, painted brown eyes with white eye dots, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, circle accents at nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: the brown-eyed doll owns a wardrobe of nine additional original handmade dresses and various undergarments and costume elements.

American Composition Portrait Doll of W.C. Fields by Effanbee 600/800

Lot #431 (Sale Order 133 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) Composition shoulderhead depicting the early star of Ziegfeld Follies, and both silent and talking films, having distinctively sculpted features used on this doll only, distinguished side-parted sculpted hair and thick brows, pronounced nose, hinged jaw opening to painted teeth, muslin stitch-jointed body, composition lower hands and feet, painted gloves and shoes, and wearing original costume and hat. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: The original W.C. Fields, an Effanbee Play Product (pin). Comments: American, Effanbee, circa 1930. Value Points: very realistic modeling of the early film star, well-preserved condition with original costume.

American Composition Portrait Doll of Margaret O'Brien by Alexander 500/700

Lot #432 (Sale Order 134 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) Composition socket head, blue/green sleep eyes, painted lashes, real lashes, dark eye shadow, feathered brows, closed mouth, brunette mohair looped braids with red ribbon ties, composition five-piece body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Margaret O'Brien Alexander (cloth tag on costume). Comments: Alexander, circa 1940, portrait doll of the popular child film star. Value Points: the doll has fine original complexion with soft cheek blush, and wears original tagged faille red dress with lace hem and pockets, matching undergarments, socks and shoes, and has original clover leaf wrist tag, navy blue woven bonnet with flowers, and has original gold wrist tag and added gold paper label with autograph of Margaret O'Brien.

American Composition Shirley Temple as Texas Ranger by Ideal in Rare Smallest Size 700/1000

Lot #433 (Sale Order 135 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) All composition with socket head, five-piece body, sleep tin eyes, mohair lashes, blonde mohair wig in ringlet curls. Marks: Shirley Temple 11 (head) Shirley Temple 11 (torso). Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Ideal, circa 1936, wearing commemorative costume of the 1936 Texas Centennial, including red plaid shirt, red satin bandanna, cotton shorts, suede chaps and vest, holster with pistol, cowboy hat labeled "Ride ‘em cowboy", and oil cloth boots. Value Points: outstanding state of preservation of the rare small size Shirley with rare original costume.

American Composition Shirley Temple by Ideal in Early Publicity Dress, Original Box 400/500

Lot #434 (Sale Order 136 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) All-composition with socket head and jointing at shoulders and hips, eyes, mohair lashes, open smiling mouth, row of teeth, dimpled cheeks, original blonde mohair wig in ringlet curls. Marks: Shirley Temple Cop. Ideal N&TCo 11 (head) Shirley Temple 11 (torso). Condition: fine unplayed with condition, light craze line on right leg and cheek. Comments: Ideal, circa 1935, known as the "dancing dress", similar to a costume worn by Shirley in early publicity photographs. Value Points: impeccably-preserved wig, and in unplayed with condition, wearing original pink pleated organdy dress with blue bows, original tag on dress, undergarments, socks and shoes, and preserved in original box.

American Composition Shirley Temple by Ideal in Polka Dot Dress 400/500

Lot #435 (Sale Order 137 of 253)

22" (56 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep eyes, lashes, feathered brows, open mouth in smiling expression, row of teeth, dimpled cheeks, blonde mohair wig in ringlet curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, slight eye fading. Marks: Shirley Temple C. Ideal N&T Co. 22. Comments: Ideal, circa 1935. Value Points: pristine condition with very beautiful complexion and hair, wearing original factory-tagged polka dot pleated dress with original red silk ribbons, undergarments, socks, shoes, and Shirley Temple pin.

American Blonde-Haired "Blythe" by Kenner with Rare Eye Mechanism 700/900

Lot #436 (Sale Order 138 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Over-size hard plastic head with unique modeling including tiny chin and dramatically large eye sockets, tiny nose, pertly-shaped closed mouth, original blonde wig rooted to wig cap, five-piece jointed body, original cotton paisley print dress. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Kenner (seven lines of markings) Blythe TM Kenner Made in Hong Kong (cloth label in dress). Comments: Kenner, 1972, the doll was made for one year only, from designs by Allison Katzman and made by Kenner. Value Points: very rare pop culture doll with changeable eyes which transform when pull-string at back is pulled. The eye colors change from "groovy green" to "bouncy brown" to "beautiful blue" and to "pretty purple", according to Kenner ads, and the doll is wearing original labeled dress.

American Composition Shirley Temple in Rare Costume 400/500

Lot #437 (Sale Order 139 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) All composition with socket head, dark sleep and "flirty" eyes, mohair lashes, dark eye shadow, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, smiling expression, four teeth, blonde mohair ringlet curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, few surface lines on face. Marks: Shirley Temple Ideal N&T Co. c. Comments: Ideal, circa 1936. Value Points: the little girl is wearing original tagged pleated publicity dress in pale yellow with patterned colorful flowers, pink bows, original undergarments, shoes and socks.

American Composition Kate Greenaway by Alexander 300/400

Lot #438 (Sale Order 140 of 253)

15" (38 cm.) All composition with socket head, blue sleep eyes, lashes, painted lashes, dark eye shadow, short brows, open mouth, four teeth, strawberry blonde hair, composition five-piece body. Condition: generally excellent, faint craze lines on face. Marks: Princess Elizabeth Madame Alexander (head). Comments: Alexander, circa 1935. Value Points: the doll is wearing original peach sheer dress tagged "Kate Greenaway Madame Alexander" with matching ruffled bonnet, undergarments, shoes and socks.

American Composition "Lamkins" by Effanbee with Original Box and Layette 300/400

Lot #439 (Sale Order 141 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Solid domed composition head with flanged neck, lightly tinted baby hair, blue sleep eyes in half-moon shape, painted lashes and brows, rounded nose, slightly open mouth with tongue, pink muslin body with composition limbs, original baby gown and undergarments. Condition: generally excellent, especially lovely complexion. Marks: c. Lamkins. Comments: Effanbee, 1931, the doll has distinctively modeled hands with little curled fingers, and chubby curled legs and toes; the limbs were used uniquely for this doll. Value Points: the doll is preserved in its original box with advertising on the inner lid, and is resting in fitted wicker layette.

French Bisque Poupee by Pierre Francois Jumeau with Wooden Articulated Body 2700/3500

Lot #440 (Sale Order 142 of 253)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with shaded and accented lips, pierced ears, stretched-kid over wooden body with shapely torso, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, pivot jointing at upper arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent, lower arms are not original. Marks: 6. Comments: Pierre Francois Jumeau, the portrait poupee face evolved into the earliest bebe head models, circa 1875. Value Points: rare model with wonderfully shaped torso, beautiful quality and preservation of bisque head and shoulderplate.

German Bisque Glass-Eyed Character, Model 6969, by Gebruder Heubach 1100/1400

Lot #441 (Sale Order 143 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) Pink tinted bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, closed mouth with downcast pouting lips, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 6969 3 Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: very fine bisque on the wistful faced child.

Italian Brown-Felt Doll with Original Costume and Painted Tattoo 300/400

Lot #442 (Sale Order 144 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Of brown felt wool, with swivel head having painted facial features, large blue side-glancing eyes with dark eyeliner, painted brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with painted coral lower lip, very exuberant wiry hair, five-piece brown felt body with jointing at shoulders and hips, and with painted "sun" tattoo on front torso. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Italian, mystery maker, 1930s. Value Points: the unusual doll is wearing original felt costume.

Italian Felt Child Doll with Original Costume by Lenci 300/400

Lot #443 (Sale Order 145 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features, large brown side-glancing eyes, painted lashes, dark eye shadow, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, pale shaded lips, blonde mohair wig, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: very good, slight dustiness, fading of cap. Comments: Lenci, circa 1930. Value Points: the wide-eyed girl is wearing original red/pink/magenta felt dress with matching cap and shoes, original organdy ruffled undergarments.

German Bisque Flapper Girl, Model 117n, by Kammer and Reinhardt 700/900

Lot #444 (Sale Order 146 of 253)

21" (53 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body in flapper style with elongated torso and limbs, legs jointed above the knees. Condition: generally excellent, original body and body finish, two fingers missing on right hand. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 117n Germany 53. Value Points: fine gleaming bisque, rarer body style in the flapper model, original dress and matching cap.

Early Silk and Velvet Ensemble for Lady Doll 200/300

Lot #445 (Sale Order 147 of 253)

To fit lady-body doll about 18", shoulders 4". The two-piece ensemble features a black velvet fitted jacket trimmed with lace and magenta silk flounces at the neck and cuffs, with fully-lined magenta silk skirt with black velvet bands, with black velvet cap. Good condition, some early adjustments to skirt at the back. Circa 1875.

French Bisque Miniature Doll with Closed Mouth 300/400

Lot #446 (Sale Order 148 of 253)

5.5" (14 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass eyes, painted lashes, closed mouth, accented lips, blonde mohair wig, paper mache body jointed at shoulders and hips, painted coral socks and black one-strap shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Paris 66. Comments: French, circa 1890. Value Points: charming wide-eyed tiny bebe wearing antique knit dress with matching floral-garlanded bonnet, undergarments.

Rare German Bisque Asian Child, Model 155, by Kestner 1100/1400

Lot #447 (Sale Order 149 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, amber tinted complexion, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, black brushstroked brows with feathered detail, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, black mohair wig in up-swept fashion, amber tinted composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 155/5. Comments: Kestner, circa 1895, a rare variation of the 155 model depicting Asian child. Value Points: rare doll with flawless complexion, original body and body finish, original wig.

Pair, American Composition Campbell Kids with Original Costumes and Tags 400/500

Lot #448 (Sale Order 150 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Each is all composition with large rounded socket head, sculpted bobbed hair (painted tan or brown) with attached original bow, painted side-glancing googly eyes, tiny button nose, plump cheeks, impish smile, jointing at shoulders and hips, chubby body with impressed dimples, painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Campbell Kid A Horsman Doll (paper tag). Comments: Horsman, circa 1935, under license to Campbell Soups. Value Points: well-preserved early pair, with original costumes, and posed with eyes glancing at each other.

American Composition "Harriet Flanders" by Georgene Averill 200/300

Lot #449 (Sale Order 151 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Composition socket head, painted facial features, blue side-glancing eyes, three painted curly upper lashes,"O"-shaped closed mouth, jointed arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Harriet Flanders. c. 1937. Comments: designed by Harriet Flanders for Averill inspired by drawings in her book "Little Cherub", each doll was originally sold in box with illustrations and poem by Flanders. Value Points: fine original condition, wearing skating costume of colorful felt, the bonnet with attached yellow yarn curls in front of each ear, socks and roller skates.

French Bisque Poupee with Lovely Eyes 1800/2100

Lot #450 (Sale Order 152 of 253)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass eyes with spiral threading and darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid gusset-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1865. Value Points: lovely gentle expression highlighted by beautiful eyes, very sturdy body, antique blue silk costume.

Early American Mechanical Patented "Autoperipatetikous" Doll 500/700

Lot #451 (Sale Order 153 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Porcelain shoulderhead with sculpted short black curly hair, painted facial features, blue eyes, closed mouth, on original carton body with floor-length "skirt" which encloses the mechanism, brass feet, leather arms, velvet gown. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Enoch Morrison's patented walking doll marketed as "Autoperipatetikous", patented in 1862. Value Points: included with the early patented doll is its personal provenance.

German Bisque Coquette, Model 7763, by Gebruder Heubach 400/500

Lot #452 (Sale Order 154 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with pink tinted bisque, sculpted hair in short curly bobbed style with blue painted hair band and bow, intaglio blue side-glancing eyes, one-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with beaming smile, painted teeth, impressed cheek dimples, dimpled chin, kid pin-jointed body, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Heubach (in square) 7763 Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910, the model is known as "Coquette". Value Points: especially fine quality of modeling and bisque on the dimpled cheek girl.

Petite French Bisque Poupee by Emile Jumeau 900/1100

Lot #453 (Sale Order 155 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, shapely kid poupee body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1 (and artist checkmarks on head). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1880. Value Points: petite poupee with dramatic large eyes, very sturdy original body.

German Bisque Googly, Model 323, by Marseille 300/400

Lot #454 (Sale Order 156 of 253)

9" (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, brunette human hair wig, composition toddler body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Armand Marseille Germany 323 A 6/0 M. Comments: Marseille, circa 1915. Value Points: wide-eyed imp has excellent bisque and original body and body finish.

French Bisque Poupee as Fortune Teller 1100/1300

Lot #455 (Sale Order 157 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead, blue glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, arched brows, closed mouth, accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1880. Value Points: wearing original gold velvet fortune teller's cape with gold cap and jewelry, the skirt enclosing hundreds of folded paper "fortunes", each handwritten in each in French language.

German Porcelain Doll with Original Costume 300/400

Lot #456 (Sale Order 158 of 253)

9" (23 cm.) Pink-tinted porcelain shoulderhead, black sculpted hair in short finger curls, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, closed mouth with tiny lips, muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain lower arms and legs, painted black ankle boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1860. Value Points: well-preserved early porcelain doll with original body and costume.

German Porcelain Lady Doll with Benevolent Expression 400/500

Lot #457 (Sale Order 159 of 253)

27" (69 cm.) Pink tinted porcelain shoulderhead with very plump cheeks and throat, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, circle accents at nostrils, and eye corners, closed mouth, black center-parted hair with short finger curls, composition stitch-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1860. Value Points: wonderful character-like expression with excellent painting and porcelain.

French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier with Rare Gesland Body and Bisque Limbs 1800/2300

Lot #458 (Sale Order 160 of 253)

14" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, padded stockinette body over metal armature allowing articulation, bisque hands and bisque lower legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2. Comments: Gaultier, with deposed Gesland body, circa 1875. Value Points: rare body with perfect bisque legs and beautifully-sculpted hands.

German Bisque Child Doll, 89, by Heinrich Handwerck 400/500

Lot #459 (Sale Order 161 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 89. Comments: Heinrich Handwerck, circa 1900. Value Points: seldom-found model with original wig and original early body and body finish.

German Porcelain Lady with Elaborate Coiffure 400/500

Lot #460 (Sale Order 162 of 253)

21" (53 cm.) Porcelain shoulderhead with oval face and elongated throat, black sculpted hair drawn away from face into softly rolled curls, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1860. Value Points: early doll in antique costume, fancily sculpted hair.

French Bisque Poupee with Bisque Arms and Hands 1800/2400

Lot #461 (Sale Order 163 of 253)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes with darker blue outer rims, painted lashes, feathered brows, closed mouth, accented lips, pierced ears, kid poupee body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, bisque arms to above the elbows, bisque hands with separately sculpted curled fingers, nicely costumed. Condition: bisque head, shoulderplate and arms are excellent, kid body is worn. Comments: French, circa 1870. Value Points: fine quality of bisque, beautiful bisque arms and hands.

German Bisque Child, Model 192, by Kammer and Reinhardt 700/900

Lot #462 (Sale Order 164 of 253)

26" (66 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, slightly-parted lips, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, early composition and wooden fully-jointed plump body, straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 192 16. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1892. Value Points: very beautiful quality of bisque, modeling and painting, original early body and body finish.

French Bisque Bebe by Gaultier with Rare Gesland Body 2400/2800

Lot #463 (Sale Order 165 of 253)

21" (53 cm.) Bisque swivel head on composition shoulderplate, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, impressed dimples, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, Gesland body of padded stockinette over metal armature, composition lower arms. Condition: very faint 1" hairline at right crown rim, otherwise excellent. Marks: F.9 G. (head) Bebe Gesland (body). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1884 with Gesland body. Value Points: beautiful bebe with pleasing modeling and rich dark eyes, original body, lovely antique costume.

Beautiful Grand German Bisque Closed Mouth Child, Model 103. by Kestner 1300/1800

Lot #464 (Sale Order 166 of 253)

31" (79 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, dark painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with very plump limbs, beautiful antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 18 103. Comments: Kestner, circa 1880. Value Points: rare model in grand size, superior gleaming bisque including decorative glaze on shaded lips.

German Bisque Googly "Demalcol" in Rare Small Size 400/500

Lot #465 (Sale Order 167 of 253)

7" (18 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils of button-shaped nose, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig, paper mache body jointed at shoulders and hips, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Demalcol 10/0 Germany. Comments: Catterfelder Puppenfabrick exclusive for Dennis, Malley & Co. of London, circa 1925. Value Points: mischievous expression is enhanced by excellent quality of bisque, original body finish, wonderful costume.

German Bisque Child by Kammer and Reinhardt 200/300

Lot #466 (Sale Order 168 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume, painted shoes and socks. Marks: Halbig K*R 26. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910. Value Points: nice quality bisque, original body, antique wig.

French Musical Automaton "Musical Lady with Flowers" by Roullet et Decamps 1800/2300

Lot #467 (Sale Order 169 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) Standing upon a velvet covered base is a bisque head lady with brown glass paperweight eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, cork pate, bisque shoulderplate on lady-shaped paper mache body, bisque forearms. When wound, music plays and she alternately lifts her arms. Condition: bisque head and shoulderplate excellent, restoration to bisque hands, mechanism functions slowly, some fraility to original costume. Comments: Roullet et Decamps, circa 1890. Value Points: beautiful face, the lady wearing her original silk costume in the late 18th century style.

German Bisque Child Doll, Model 155, by Kestner 200/300

Lot #468 (Sale Order 170 of 253)

8.5" (22 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: made in Germany 2/0 155. Comments: Kestner, circa 1900. Value Points: sweet doll with fully-articulated body, original finish.

German Bisque Child Doll with Closed Mouth and Rare Facial Model 1100/1300

Lot #469 (Sale Order 171 of 253)

23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump face, large blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue outer rims, dark eyeliner, rose eye shadow, painted lashes, brushstroked brows with feathering, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: rubs around the neck as it fits into socket, otherwise bisque excellent. French body is not original. Marks: 6 (head) Bebe Jumeau Bte SGDG Depose (body). Comments: Sonneberg, mystery maker, the doll closely resembles the early 908 model by Simon and Halbig, circa 1880. Value Points: rare doll with captivating expression, beaituful complexion and painting.

English Mahogany Lady's Desk with Fancy Back 400/500

Lot #470 (Sale Order 172 of 253)

17" (43 cm.) The mahogany desk with arch-shaped knee hole has four small drawers, green leather desk top, and fancy carved back with glass-front fabric panel. Excellent condition. English, circa 1885.

Sonneberg Bisque Child Doll with Closed Mouth and Original Body 400/500

Lot #471 (Sale Order 173 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, delicate bisque, blue glass eyes, red eyeliner, single-stroke brows, closed mouth, center accent line, blonde mohair wig, composition body with jointing at houlders and hips, painted blue stockings with four-strap painted black boots, nicely costumed. Marks: 1. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1880. Value Points: lovely delicate bisque, original body and body finish.

French Bisque Poupee with Wooden Body and Bisque Arms 1800/2500

Lot #472 (Sale Order 174 of 253)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with Dehors articulation, blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, stretched kid over wooden body with dowel jointing at shoulders, hips and knees, bisque arms to above the elbows, (frail) antique silk gown, undergarments, slippers. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1867. Value Points: rarity factors of the very beautiful poupee include wooden body, bisque arms, Dehors neck articulation.

German Bisque Flapper Style Doll in Original Costume by Kammer and Reinhardt 300/400

Lot #473 (Sale Order 175 of 253)

8" (21 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, open mouth, four tiny porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition body in flapper styling, jointed at shoulders and hips, painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R 21. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1915. Value Points: pretty doll in wonderfully-preserved condition, wearing original flapper style lace dress, with matching bonnet and leggings.

German Bisque Child with Closed Mouth by Kestner 700/900

Lot #474 (Sale Order 176 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body with straight wrists, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: very pretty child with solemn expression, wonderful decoration around the eyes.

Rare American Composition Shirley Temple in Pink Smocked Dress 300/400

Lot #475 (Sale Order 177 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lashes, dark eye shadow, open mouth, row of teeth, smiling expression, blonde ringlet curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Shirley Temple Ideal N&T Co. c. Comments: Ideal, circa 1935, portrait doll of the child film star. Value Points: the doll is wearing original tagged pink dress with floral print and tri-color smocking, original undergarments, shoes, pin, the publicity dress from the film "Captain January". Ex-collection Tonya Bervaldi with provenance letter. .

American Composition Princess Elizabeth by Madame Alexander in Original Box 400/500

Lot #476 (Sale Order 178 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep eyes, mohair lashes, one-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, blonde human hair in original coiffure, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, one small spot on front of skirt. Marks: Alexander. Comments: Alexander, circa 1935. The doll portrays the young Princess Elizabeth. Value Points: nearly pristine condition of the dimpled cheek doll, beautiful complexion, wearing original crisp blue taffeta gown and matching reticule, undergarments, socks, and silver shoes, with original metallic crown, paper wrist tag and labeled box.

Beautiful German Bisque Flapper Lady with Original Body 1600/2300

Lot #477 (Sale Order 179 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with beautifully-shaped lips, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden fully-jointed lady body with elongated limbs, feet posed for high heels. Condition: generally excellent. Value Points: very fine state of preservation of the flapper era lady with original wig, body, and body finish.

German Bisque Doll by Simon and Halbig in Formal Gentleman Costume 800/1100

Lot #478 (Sale Order 180 of 253)

23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lower lashes, real lashes, brushstroked brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, some repaint on body. Marks: 10. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: wonderful antique formal costume of gentleman.

German Bisque Child Doll, 1009, by Simon and Halbig in Beautiful Antique Costume 500/700

Lot #479 (Sale Order 181 of 253)

29" (74 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted dark curly lashes, real lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, outlined lips, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, brunette human wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SH 1009 dep 14. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: fine grand size with very choice bisque and painting, original body and body finish, lovely antique costume.

Bisque Doll "Dep" for the French Market in Charming Petite Size 400/500

Lot #480 (Sale Order 182 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lower lashes, real lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, very slightly parted lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, antique costume and shoes. Condition: generally excellent, original body finish with some wear. Marks: Dep. Comments: for the French market, circa 1900. Value Points: very sweet petite bebe with beautiful original wig.

American Composition Doll by Arranbee in Original Costume 200/300

Lot #481 (Sale Order 183 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) Composition head depicting young toddler with painted curly short hair, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, cloth body, composition hands and lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: R&B. Comments: Arranbee, circa 1930. Value Points: beautiful complexion with rosy cheeks, the doll is wearing fine original costume.

Sonneberg Bisque Doll with Closed Mouth in the French Look-Alike Manner 800/1100

Lot #482 (Sale Order 184 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome, large brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent, two tiny flakes at hidden bottom of neck socket. Marks: 3. Comments: Sonneberg, mystery maker, circa 1885, in the French look-alike manner. Value Points: dramatic large brown eyes beautifully contrast the delicate bisque.

German Bisque Child, Model 164, by Kestner 400/500

Lot #483 (Sale Order 185 of 253)

32" (81 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teetth, brunette human hair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Marks: made in Germany 164. Condition: generally excellent, some body retouch. Comments: Kestner, circa 1900. Value Points: fine quality of bisque and painting.

German Bisque "American Schoolboy" with Rare Brown Hair 300/400

Lot #484 (Sale Order 186 of 253)

9.5" (24 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead, brown sculpted hair in short boyish style, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, muslin stitch-jointed body, composition hands, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 30B Germany 1/2 x. Comments: circa 1885, the model is known as "American Schoolboy". Value Points: rare color of hair on the petite example of this model.

German Bisque Child Doll, Model 143, by Kestner 300/400

Lot #485 (Sale Order 187 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, brushstroked brows, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: a made in Germany 4 (head) Germany (body). Comments: Kestner, early example of the 143 model, circa 1910. Value Points: wonderful petite size of the charming child, original body and body finish.

German Bisque Child with Sculpted Hair and Folklore Costume 300/400

Lot #486 (Sale Order 188 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead, blonde sculpted hair with short sculpted curls, painted blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, closed mouth with center accent line, muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: the sculpted hair doll wears original folklore costume.

Victorian Walnut Lady's Desk with Side Drawers 300/500

Lot #487 (Sale Order 189 of 253)

49" (124 cm.) x h. 22"w. The people-sized lady's desk of fine burled walnut has slant-front desk and along the side are four dove-tailed drawers, Excellent condition. Circa 1860. Note: the desk separates into four separate parts making shipping more feasible.

American Wooden Character Doll by Schoenhut with Intaglio Brown Eyes 600/800

Lot #488 (Sale Order 190 of 253)

21" (53 cm.) All wooden doll with socket head, painted brown intaglio eyes with large white eye dots, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pouting expression, wooden spring-jointed body, well costumed. Condition: generally excellent. possible touch-up of complexion. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan 17, '11 USA & Foreign Countries. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1912. Value Points: especially fine sculpting of details of eyes with original painting of eyes and mouth.

German Bisque Character, Model 99, by Konig and Warnecke 300/400

Lot #489 (Sale Order 191 of 253)

21" (53 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted curly lashes, brushstroked brows with feathered highlights, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, two porcelain upper teeth, dimpled chin and philtrum, auburn mohair wig, composition baby body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 99/12 Germany (head) Germany (body). Comments: Konig and Warnecke, circa 1915. Value Points: especially fine modeling of the cheerful child, enhanced by fine quality of bisque, original body and body finish.

German Bisque Child by Kammer and Reinhardt 300/400

Lot #490 (Sale Order 192 of 253)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, original rubber hands, antique costume including wonderful brown flannel coat with faux-leopard trim. Condition: generally excellent, some body retouch, typical craquelure on rubber hands. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig Germany. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910. Value Points: pretty child doll with pleasing matte finish bisque.

Sonneberg Bisque Child, Model 227, by Bahr and Proschild 500/700

Lot #491 (Sale Order 193 of 253)

21" (53 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, painted lashes, dark eyeliner, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden body with early plump limbs, straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, eyes reset, paint scrape on upper right arm. Marks: 227. Comments: Bahr and Proschild, circa 1885. Value Points: early Sonneberg model has fine quality of bisque, original early body with original finish.

French Bisque Bebe Emile Jumeau, Original Flowered Chemise, Signed Jumeau Shoes 2800/3400

Lot #492 (Sale Order 194 of 253)

19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 8 (head, and artist checkmarks). Jumeau Diplome d'Honneur Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1890. Value Points: wearing original Jumeau red flowered chemise dress, Jumeau stockings and Jumeau signed leather shoes, undergarments.

French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Signed Jumeau Shoes 3500/4300

Lot #493 (Sale Order 195 of 253)

27" (69 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, shaded and accented lips, separately-modeled pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, lovely silk costume. Condition: generally excellent, 1/4" original firing line at side crown rim. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau 12. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1890. Value Points: beautiful bisque and complexion, original body and body finish, signed Jumeau shoes.

French Bisque Bebe "Dep" with Closed Mouth 900/1200

Lot #494 (Sale Order 196 of 253)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ear, brunette human hair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, vintage style costume of antique lace and silks. Condition: bisque excellent, original body finish albeit finish on lower arms is well worn. Marks: Dep 10. Comments: for the French market, circa 1895. Value Points: very deep blue eyes beautifully contrasts the fine quality of bisque.

German Bisque Lady Doll with Closed Mouth 400/500

Lot #495 (Sale Order 197 of 253)

21" (53 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead turned to the side, blue glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, kid gusset-jointed body, bisque lower limbs, blonde mohair wig, nicely costumed. Condition: bisque excellent, body a bit weak, right thumb tip broken. Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: beautifully detailed features on fine luminous bisque.

French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau as Bebe Prodige in Original Box 3500/4200

Lot #496 (Sale Order 198 of 253)

27" (69 cm.) Bisque socket head, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with shaded lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body, antique costume and undergarments. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 12 (and artist checkmarks). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1895. Value Points: especially beautiful brown eyes, lovely bisque, original body and body finish, signed Alart shoes, and presented in original Jumeau box with his trademarked Bebe Prodige label.

German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll 300/400

Lot #497 (Sale Order 199 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulderhead, blue glass spiral threaded eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth, shaded lips, kid gusset-jointed body, bisque lower arms. Condition: bisque head excellent, body somewhat weak, one finger chipped. Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: pretty closed mouth with spiral threaded eyes.

German Bisque Closed Mouth Fashion Lady, 639, by Alt, Beck Gottschalk 400/500

Lot #498 (Sale Order 200 of 253)

19" (48 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulderhead turned to the side, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth with accent line between the dainty lips, brunette mohair wig, kid gusset-jointed body, bisque forearms, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 639 . Comments: Alt, Beck and Gottschalk, circa 1890. Value Points: very lovely delicate bisque, original body.

German Bisque Fashion Lady with Cobalt Blue Eyes 400/500

Lot #499 (Sale Order 201 of 253)

17" (43 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulderhead, cobalt blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, muslin stitch jointed body, kid arms, vintage style navy blue silk costume, undergarments. Condition: generally excellent, one hand repaired. Comments: Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: brilliant cobalt blue eyes beautifully contrast the pale complexion.

A Buggy of Nine Bye-lo Babies 1100/1500

Lot #500 (Sale Order 202 of 253)

Each has solid domed bisque head with tinted baby hair, blue or brown glass sleep eyes, closed mouth, flanged style neck, cloth baby body, celluloid hands, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: copr. Grace S. Putnam Made in Germany. Comments: Bye-lo, designed by Grace Storey Putnam and copyrighted in 1923; the doll was made in various sizes, as indicated in this collection, and was such a phenomenal success, earning it the sobriquet "The Million Dollar Baby". Value Points: fabulous presentation of the classic portrayal of newborn baby. (Carriage not included).

Victorian Wicker Baby Carriage 400/500

Lot #501 (Sale Order 203 of 253)

The wooden framed carriage is arranged with voluptuous woven wicker ball and stick and scroll designs on woven background, with large spoked wooden wheels and wooden carved hand bar, iron frame for carriage shade is included (not shown). Excellent condition. American, circa 1885.

German Porcelain Lady Doll with Braided Coronet 300/400

Lot #502 (Sale Order 204 of 253)

20" (51 cm.) Porcelain shoulderhead with oval-shaped face, elongated throat, black sculpted hair drawn back behind sculpted ears, and with thickly braided coronet, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with primly-set lips, muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: deeply-sculpted elaborate coiffure, sculpted ears.

Miniature Grodnertal Wooden Doll with Tuck Comb 400/500

Lot #503 (Sale Order 205 of 253)

4" (10 cm.) All carved wood doll, one-piece head and torso with rounded face, slender throat, shapely waist, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, painted red shoes, painted black hair with shaded curls framing the face and a carved yellow tuck comb at her crown, painted tiny facial features, remnants of original costume, preserved in wooden display box with glass slide lid. Condition: generally excellent, tip of right hand worn away. Comments: Grodnertal, circa 1840. Value Points: rare miniature size with well-preserved original painting on face and hair.

German Bisque Child Doll, Model 128, by Kestner 400/600

Lot #504 (Sale Order 206 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden ball-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 6 made in Germany 128. Comments: Kestner, circa 1900. Value Points: petite child in hard to find model has original wig, body and body finish, lovely bisque.

German Bisque Character "DIP" by Swaine and Co. in Fine Antique Costume 400/500

Lot #505 (Sale Order 207 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, closed mouth with downcast wistful expression, brunette mohair wig, composition baby body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: DIP S&C Germany 3. Comments: Swaine and Co., petite size of the sought after model. Value Points: excellent quality of bisque, original wig, body and body finish, beautiful antique costume.

American Carved Wooden Doll by Schoenhut 300/400

Lot #506 (Sale Order 208 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) All carved wood, socket head, decal/painted brown eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with row of painted teeth, brunette mohair tacked-on bobbed wig, spring-jointed body, cotton nurse's uniform. Marks: Schoenhut Doll (oval paper label). Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1917. Value Points: original painted finish, original wig.

German Bisque Child, 119, by Heinrich Handwerck 300/400

Lot #507 (Sale Order 209 of 253)

28" (71 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, auburn wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Handwerck 119-13 Germany. Comments: Heinrich Handwerck, circa 1910. Value Points: charming wide-eyed expression enhanced by fine quality of bisque.

Victorian Shadowbox Frame with Intricate Woven Hair Wreath 400/500

Lot #508 (Sale Order 210 of 253)

23" (58 cm.) The walnut frame encloses a deep shadowbox which exhibits an intricately woven and arranged ornamented wreath of hair. Excellent condition. Mid-1800s, the craftsmanship of woven hair jewelry and decorative ornaments was highly developed during the 19th century.

German Bisque Child Doll, Model 1079, by Simon and Halbig 300/400

Lot #509 (Sale Order 211 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SH 1079 4 1/2. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: pretty wide-eyed doll has original wig, fine quality of bisque, original body and body finish, original factory chemise and pantalets.

Victorian Doll's Walnut Bed and Dresser with Mirror 400/500

Lot #510 (Sale Order 212 of 253)

Each of dark walnut with original finish and elaborately carved details, the set comprises a 24"h (16"w. ) high-back walnut bed, original slats and bed fittings; along with 38"h (19"w.) three-drawer dresser with two small handkerchief drawers and attached mirror. Excellent condition. American, circa 1880.

German Bisque Googly, 208, by Strobel and Wilkens 300/400

Lot #511 (Sale Order 213 of 253)

8" (20 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shy tentative smile, blonde mohair wig, composition toddler body with jointing at shoulders and hips, nicely costumed. Marks: 208 - 7/0 S&W (intertwined). Comments: Strobel and Wilkin, circa 1920. Value Points: hard to find googly with impish smile, original body and body finish.

American Carved Wooden Doll by Schoenhut, Model 105, Carved Hair, Headband 700/900

Lot #512 (Sale Order 214 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Carved wooden doll with socket head, carved bobbed hair with wide blue headband, intaglio brown painted eyes, white eye dots, black upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with solemn expression, wooden spring-jointed body with jointing at shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan, 17,'11 USA & Foreign Countries. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1916, model 105. Value Points: rare carved hair model with wonderfully-rendered expression, beautiful complexion.

American Wooden Pouting Child, Model 403, by Schoenhut 600/800

Lot #513 (Sale Order 215 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) All wooden doll with socket head, intaglio painted blue eyes in smaller eye sockets, tinted brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast lips, deeply-incised dimple in chin, original blonde mohair tacked-on wig, wooden spring-jointed body, antique dress and bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Schoenhut Pat. Jan 17, '11 USA & Foreign Countries. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1915. Value Points: flawless original condition with artistic painting, well-defined characteristic chin dimple.

A Companion American Wooden Pouting Child, Model 403, by Schoenhut 600/800

Lot #514 (Sale Order 216 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) All wooden doll with socket head, intaglio painted blue eyes in smaller eye sockets, tinted brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast lips, deeply-incised dimple in chin, original blonde mohair tacked-on wig, wooden spring-jointed body, antique dress and bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Schoenhut Pat. Jan 17, '11 USA & Foreign Countries. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1915. Value Points: the solemn-faced child has original finish and original tacked-on wig.

Swiss Red-Haired Studio Doll, Model A1, from Sasha Studio 800/1100

Lot #515 (Sale Order 217 of 253)

22" (56 cm.) One-piece head and shoulderplate with textured cloth cover, matching excelsior-stuffed cloth body, tiny nose, painted brown eyes with upper eyeliner, short brows, spray of freckles, full cheeks and small closed mouth, red hemp bobbed hair with bangs, textured cloth body with jointing at shoulders and stitch-jointed legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Sasha Morgenthaler studio doll by Sasha student known as "course" doll, late 1940s, Model A1. Value Points: wearing original black turtleneck sweater, black and white checkered trousers with turn-up cuffs, grey knit stockings, black leather ski boots with white laces and white straps..

American Wooden Toddler Child by Schoenhut 500/700

Lot #516 (Sale Order 218 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) All wooden carved doll with socket head, dark blue decal/painted blue eyes, one-stroke brows, tiny nostril accent dots, closed mouth with pouting expression, mohair blonde tacked-on wig, all wooden toddler body with spring jointing, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: C. H.E, Schoenhut (head) Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan 17, '11 USA & Foreign Countries (torso). Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1915. Value Points: well-preserved original finish, original blonde mohair wig.

French Bisque Closed Mouth Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Signed Jumeau Shoes 2800/3400

Lot #517 (Sale Order 219 of 253)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, rose blushed eye shadow, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau 9 (head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: lovely creamy bisque and painting of complexion and features, original body and body finish, original Jumeau socks and signed Jumeau shoes.

German Bisque Child, Model 719, by Simon and Halbig 400/500

Lot #518 (Sale Order 220 of 253)

24" (61 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, blonde human hair, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: bisque excellent, body finish is worn and with some retouch. Marks: S 12 H 719 dep. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: hard- to-find model with deeply-sculpted features and dimples.

Lady's Satin Evening Robe with Gilt Brocade Edging 300/400

Lot #519 (Sale Order 221 of 253)

Adult lady size, of soft black satin, the full length evening robe is fully lined with gold satin and edged with a wide band of embroidered gilt brocade with black bead borders and decorative black tassels. Excellent condition. Early 1900s.

English Portrait Doll of Queen Elizabeth II in Coronation Robes by Chelsea Art Works 1100/1400

Lot #520 (Sale Order 222 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) Sculpted figure of the young Queen at her coronation age, with painted features, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig, jointed arms, posed upon original red velvet platform. Condition: near mint. Comments: Chelsea Art Works, London, 1953, this is #33 from their art dolls created at the time of her coronation, and has her original certification with seal and signatures. Also included is various documentation including a letter dated May 1953 from Chelsea Art Works to Miss Bertha McManus of Sparta Illinois discussing the shipment of the doll to her, along with the customs declaration. Value Points: the rare doll is wearing elaborate coronation gown and purple velvet robe with ermine trim, "jeweled" crown, sceptre and orb.

German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Doll, 414, by Heubach Koppelsdorf 400/500

Lot #521 (Sale Order 223 of 253)

21" (53 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with brown complexion, black tinted hair, brown glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, brown composition toddler body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, few rubs to complexion at lower neck. Marks: Heubach Koppelsdorf 414-6 Germany. Comments: Heubach, circa 1920, from their Island series. Value Points: hard to find model in larger size, with flawless facial complexion.

German Bisque Doll with Sculpted Hair and Glass Eyes, Model 131, by Kling 300/400

Lot #522 (Sale Order 224 of 253)

19" (48 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with blonde sculpted hair in curls and very full bangs, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, muslin body with stitch-jointing, leather arms, green velvet suit. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 131 7. Comments: C.F. Kling, circa 1880. Value Points: wonderfully-sculpted hair and large brown glass eyes.

Sonneberg Bisque Doll with Closed Mouth in Charming Petite Size 400/500

Lot #523 (Sale Order 225 of 253)

9" (23 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, cobalt blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, pierced ears, brunette human hair, composition and wooden fully-jointed body, antique costume and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 137. Comments: Sonneberg, mystery maker, circa 1885. Value Points: pretty petite closed mouth child has brilliant eyes, original body and body finish.

German Bisque Lady Doll with Sculpted Snood and Coronet 300/400

Lot #524 (Sale Order 226 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with black sculpted hair drawn smoothly around her face and captured in a gilt painted snood which is edged with ruffled Dresden snood, painted blue eyes, red upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, sculpted blue neck bow and shirt collar, muslin body, bisque lower limbs, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent, few tiny flakes on Dresden ruffle. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: rarity factors including snood, Dresden coronet, blue throat ribbon.

French Bisque Poupee with Bisque Arms 1200/1500

Lot #525 (Sale Order 227 of 253)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes and eyeliner, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid gusset-jointed body, bisque forearms, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1. Comments: French, circa 1875, attributed to Gaultier. Value Points: lovely poupee, rare bisque arms.

French Bisque Portrait Bebe, Size 8, by Emile Jumeau with Original Early Body 3800/4500

Lot #526 (Sale Order 228 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, separately modeled pierced ears, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 8 (head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1882. Value Points: very beautiful early bebe with choice bisque, original body and body finish.

German Bisque Googly, Model 323, by Marseille 300/400

Lot #527 (Sale Order 229 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth with impish smile, center accent line, brunette mohair bobbed wig, composition toddler body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 323 A 4/0 M Germany. Comments: Marseille, circa 1920. Value Points: excellent quality of bisque on the impish googly.

German Bisque Glass-Eyed Character, 6969, by Gebruder Heubach 800/1100

Lot #528 (Sale Order 230 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Pink tinted bisque socket head, small blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with downcast pouting lips, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 6969 6 Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: very fine quality of bisque on the hard to find model.

Beautiful French Bisque Bebe by Leon Casimir Bru with Signed Bru Shoes 8000/11000

Lot #529 (Sale Order 231 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom and shoulderblades, blue glass paperweight eyes with spiral threading and darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows with feathered details, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, modeled tongue tip, shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid gusset-jointed body, kid over wooden upper arms, bisque forearms and hands, antique costume. Condition: there is a hairline at the back of head, restoration of left hand. Marks: Bru Jne 6 (head) Bru Jne No 6 (shoulders). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1884. Value Points: exceptionally beautiful example of the most sought Bru bebe, with original body, original signed shoes "Bru Jne Paris 6".

German Bisque Child Doll, Model 167, by Kestner 300/400

Lot #530 (Sale Order 232 of 253)

23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, auburn mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 11 1/2 made in Germany 12 167. Comments: Kestner, circa 1910. Value Points: very fine quality of bisque, original body and body finish.

German Bisque Pouting Character, 115, by Kammer and Reinhardt 900/1100

Lot #531 (Sale Order 233 of 253)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with decorative glaze on lips, blonde mohair bobbed wig, composition bent limb baby body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R S&H 115/A. 34. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912, the model was marketed as "Phillip". Value Points: very dear wistful faced character with fine gleaming complexion, original body and body finish, antique costume.

German Bisque Character "Mein Liebling", Model 117/A by Kammer and Reinhardt 1600/2300

Lot #532 (Sale Order 234 of 253)

19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, richly-shaded lips, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 117/A. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912, the model was marketed as "Mein Liebling". Value Points: very dear shy-faced child with closed mouth.

English Blonde Haired Sasha Doll in "London" Ensemble 200/300

Lot #533 (Sale Order 235 of 253)

16" (41 cm.) Light tan complexion girl has socket head, jointing at shoulders and hips, long blonde waist-length hair with bangs, blue eyes, painted upper eyeliner and lashes, white lips of closed mouth. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Sasha by Frido/Trendon, model 4-110, from their early period of production, 1970. Value Points: rare lip coloring, luxurious wig, wearing original brown vinyl jumper over knit white turtleneck sweater, knit panties, brown vinyl boots.

American composition Shirley Temple in pink pleated dress publicity dress 300/300

Lot #535 (Sale Order 236 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, open mouth in smiling expression, accented nostrils, blonde mohair wig in ringlet curls, jointing at shoulders and hips, wearing pink pleated dress with original label, original undergarments, socks and shoes, and with original button. Condition: excellent except repair to left torso seam. Marks: Copr Ideal N&T Co Shirley Temple. Comments: Ideal, circa 1935. Value Points: beautifully-preserved coiffure and costume.

American Composition "Karen Ballerina" in Original Box with Tag 500/700

Lot #538 (Sale Order 237 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep eyes, lashes, dark eye shadow, closed mouth, strawberry-blonde floss hair with elaborate coronet braid and side coiled braids with floral accents, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, very light lines at face. Comments: Alexander, 1946, Karen Ballerina with Margaret face. Value Points: very fine unplayed with condition with beautiful facial painting and coiffure, wearing original pink net tutu with gold metallic trim, black velvet bows, panties, replaced petticoat, satin slippers, and with original cloverleaf wrist tag and in original labeled box.

American Composition "Princess Margaret Rose" by Alexander 400/600

Lot #539 (Sale Order 238 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) All composition with socket head, blue sleep eyes, lashes, dark eye shadow, closed mouth, ash blonde mohair wig with original curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, few very light surface lines on face. Comments: Alexander, Princess Margaret Rose, 1946. Value Points: in fine unplayed with condition, the beautiful doll is wearing original pink nylon georgette gown trimmed with fancy lace and old-fashioned English roses, woven bonnet with matching roses, pink taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, pink side-snap shoes, and has original clover leaf wrist tag and is preserved in original box.

American Composition "Shirley Temple" Rare Variation "Stand Up and Cheer" Costume 500/700

Lot #540 (Sale Order 239 of 253)

20" (51 cm.) All-composition doll with socket head, hazel sleep eyes, painted features, real lashes, open mouth with smiling expression, row of teeth, dimpled cheeks, original blonde ringlet curled mohair wig with blue hair ribbon, five-piece composition body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 20 (backwards 2) Shirley Temple Ideal Cop. N&T Co (head) Shirley Temple (torso). Comments: Ideal, portrait of the beloved child star, circa 1934. Value Points: fine original condition, softest curly wig, fine complexion, and wearing rare variation of the lead costume from the 1934 film "Stand Up and Cheer", with original tag, original undergarments, shoes and socks.

American Composition "Shirley Temple" by Ideal in Petite Size 300/400

Lot #541 (Sale Order 240 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) All-composition doll with socket head, hazel eyes, painted lashes, real lashes, open mouth, four teeth, dimpled cheeks, blonde mohair wig in ringlet curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 31 (backwards) Shirley Temple (head) Shirley Temple 13 (torso). Comments: Ideal, circa 1935. Value Points: the petite doll wears original blue polka dot dress with original cloth tag, inspired by the film "Curly Top", with undergarments, shoes and socks.

American Bride by Alexander 400/500

Lot #542 (Sale Order 241 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) Hard plastic with socket head, sleep eyes, lashes, dark eye shadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig in side-parted curls that are lavishly decorated with rosebuds and white petals, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, some small holes in net of veil and skirt, bouquet is not original. Comments: Alexander, circa 1949. Value Points: especially beautiful complexion and hair, wearing original tagged wedding gown, panties, stockings, garter, ivory front-snap shoes.

American Composition Princess Elizabeth by Alexander 300/400

Lot #543 (Sale Order 242 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep eyes, lashes, dark eye shadow, open mouth, teeth, dark blonde human hair wig, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, one light line under left eye, petticoat not original, small hole in bodice tulle. Comments: Alexander, circa 1937, the doll portrays the young Princess Elizabeth. Value Points: original rare costume, pink taffeta with net overlay, red velvet cape, panties, socks, silver side-snap shoes, pink reticule, silver tiara, and with original wrist tag.

American Composition Shirley Temple in Costume from "Curly Top" 400/500

Lot #544 (Sale Order 243 of 253)

22" (56 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep eyes, lashes, open mouth, row of teeth, dimples, blonde mohair wig in ringlet curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, dress somewhat dusty. Marks: (rare Ideal Diamond mark on torso). Comments: Ideal, portrait of the young film star, 1935. Value Points: wearing hard-to-find green dancing dress from the film "Curly Top", undergarments, shoes, and shoes.

American Composition McGuffey Ana by Alexander 400/500

Lot #545 (Sale Order 244 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) All composition with socket head, blue sleep eyes, lashes, dark eyeshadow, open mouth, four teeth, blonde human hair with braids, jointing at shoulders and hips, Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Alexander, circa 1938, the model depicts McGuffey Ana, a popular storybook character presented by the firm in various materials and costumes for many years. Value Points: wearing original red polka dot dress with red ribbons, undergarments, red taffeta coat and reticule, socks, red leather ankle boots, red woven hat with applique of fruit.

American Composition "Princess Elizabeth" by Alexander 300/400

Lot #546 (Sale Order 245 of 253)

15" (38 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, dark eye shadow, open mouth, four teeth, blonde human hair in original curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Alexander, circa 1937, the doll portrays the young Princess Elizabeth. Value Points: wearing original pink taffeta gown with net overlay and blue bows, matching panties, socks, silver side-snap shoes, reticule, metallic tiara, with original labels.

American Composition Shirley Temple by Ideal in "Curly Top" Costume from Reliable 300/400

Lot #547 (Sale Order 246 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, open mouth, four teeth, dimpled cheeks, blonde mohair ringlet curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Ideal, circa 1935. Value Points: the rare model is wearing original tagged costume with label "A Genuine Shirley Temple Doll Dress Reliable Toy Co, Ltd".

American Composition Shirley Temple in Texas Ranger Costume by Ideal 400/500

Lot #548 (Sale Order 247 of 253)

11" (28 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep tin eyes, lashes, open mouth, row of teeth, impressed dimples, blonde mohair ringlet curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, hat not original. Comments: Ideal, circa 1936, Shirley Temple in original costume of the young star during her honorary appearance at the Texas 100th anniversary in 1936. Value Points: sought-after model in rar smallest size in well-detailed original costume.

American Composition Shirley Temple with Trunk and Costumes 400/500

Lot #549 (Sale Order 248 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) All composition with socket head, sleep eyes, lashes, open mouth, four teeth, blonde mohair wig with ringlet curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Ideal, portrait doll of the child film star, circa 1935. Value Points: original red dotted dress and hat from "Stand Up and Cheer" film, undergarments, shoes and socks, and presented in Shirley Temple trunk with Shirley film stickers, along with two additional costumes.

American Cloth Moravian Doll, Late 19th Century 600/800

Lot #550 (Sale Order 249 of 253)

18" (46 cm.) All-cloth doll with flat dimensional face, brown painted hair in unusual side-parted style, stitched-on white cap with ruffled edging, outlined painted facial features, brown eyes, outlined nose and closed mouth, muslin stitch-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: made by members of the Ladies Sewing Society of the Central Moravian Church in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania; the Moravian charity doll, named after Polly Heckewelder, late 19th century. Value Points: wearing original pink checkered dress, pinafore, undergarments, shoes, and bonnet.

American Composition Princess Elizabeth with Rare Betty Face by Alexander 300/400

Lot #551 (Sale Order 250 of 253)

13" (33 cm.) All composition, socket head, sleep eyes, lashes, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, dress somewhat dusty. Comments: Ideal, circa 1937, the doll portrays the young Princess Elizabeth. Value Points: with rare Betty model face, the doll is wearing original tagged costume, rose velvet cape with lining, undergarments, socks, shoes, and with metallic tiara.

American "Babs Skater" by Alexander with Gilt Clover Leaf Tag 200/300

Lot #552 (Sale Order 251 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) Hard plastic with socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, blonde floss wig with bangs and elaborate original curls with headband and flowers, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Alexander, Babs Skater, inspired by Barbara Ann Scott, an Olympic figure skater of the 1940s. Value Points: very fine detail and originality of wig, original tagged white taffeta skating costume with boa feathers, gold shoes with front snaps, gilt clover leaf wrist tag "Babs".

American Child Doll "Amy" from Little Women by Alexander 300/400

Lot #553 (Sale Order 252 of 253)

14" (36 cm.) Hard plastic socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, platinum blonde hair in looped curls, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, elastic stretched on sleeves. Comments: Alexander, circa 1949, depicted is "Amy" from Little Women series. Value Points: wearing original tagged costume for "Amy".

Scrapbook of Shirley Temple Letters, Photographs and Ephemera 400/500

Lot #554 (Sale Order 253 of 253)

The 13" x 13" scrapbook containing various letters written by young Shirley Temple, as well as a large number of publicity photos of young Shirley with autographs by the star in later years. Included is an 8" diam. 1930s biscuit tin for the Australian market depicting Shirley in beach scene. Album excellent, biscuit tin has wear.


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"Cherished" Marquis Doll Auction Weekend
by Theriault's Sun, Nov 13, 2022 11:00 AM Eastern DAY TWO. MORE ITEMS JUST ADDED #437-554 TO END OF AUCTION LISTING. Featuring the Important 50-Year collection of Lila Rait of Victoria, Australia, author of the 1989 book Through the Nursery Window (Oxford University Press, 1989). It is this collection, notable not only for the wonderful dolls, but also for the provenance which accompanies many of the dolls, which make this two-day auction an event of delight. An exhibition and auction of The Australian Collections will take place in Theriault’s new gallery in Annapolis, Maryland. Order your catalog today for the event. Live attendance bidding, live internet bidding, live telephone bidding and absentee bidding are available. For more information call 410-224-3655 or email info@theriaults.com.