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Only Child, Session I

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The Antique Doll Collection of Berta Leon Hackney, Session I
French Bisque Bebe E.J., Size 2, in Original Couturier Costume and Accessories 8000/11,000 French Bisque Bebe E.J., Size 2, in Original Couturier Costume and Accessories 8000/11,000

French Bisque Bebe E.J., Size 2, in Original Couturier Costume and Accessories 8000/11,000

Lot #1 (Sale Order 1 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, very deep amber brown paperweight glass inset eyes, eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with richly defined lip accents, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E 2 J (and artist checkmarks on head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1883, the deposed model of his signature doll. Value Points: gorgeous model of the rare petite early bebe with entrancing eyes, finest painting especially of lips, original body and body finish, original wig with original Jumeau earrings, cream kidskin shoes incised "2", original peach silk dress with Alencon lace trim, matching feathered bonnet, pantalets, and original Jumeau chemise.

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Doll-Sized Carved Wooden Chair with Carved Winged Cherubs and Gold Leaf Finish 1200/1800 Doll-Sized Carved Wooden Chair with Carved Winged Cherubs and Gold Leaf Finish 1200/1800

Doll-Sized Carved Wooden Chair with Carved Winged Cherubs and Gold Leaf Finish 1200/1800

Lot #2 (Sale Order 2 of 304)

21" (53 cm.) Carved wooden chair with rich gold leaf finish is very ornately designed with scroll and acanthus leaf carving, elaborate cabriole-style legs, curved arms, and a surmounting crest of two winged cherubs, with later silk and velvet upholstery. Excellent condition, some very minor paint wear. Continental, late 18th/early 19th century. Ex-collection June Ellen Lane.

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All-Original French Bisque Bebe, Incised Depose Model, Size 10, by Emile Jumeau 8000/12,000 All-Original French Bisque Bebe, Incised Depose Model, Size 10, by Emile Jumeau 8000/12,000

All-Original French Bisque Bebe, Incised Depose Model, Size 10, by Emile Jumeau 8000/12,000

Lot #3 (Sale Order 3 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump cheeks, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, separately applied pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose 10 (incised, and artist checkmarks on head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884, the model was made for one year only. Value Points: superb near mint condition of the rare model, with superlative bisque and painting, original body and body finish, original soft wig (stamped "10"), fine early cashmere woolen costume, undergarments (pantalets stamped "10), knit stockings, leather shoes with burgundy rosettes marked "E. Jumeau", Jumeau burgundy earrings, and silk bonnet with label "N.10" inside bonnet.

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French Bisque Automaton French Bisque Automaton

French Bisque Automaton "The Drummer Boy" in Regimental Costume 6000/9000

Lot #4 (Sale Order 4 of 304)

24" (61 cm.) Standing upon a velvet-covered wooden base is a bisque-head boy with brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with tiny stuck-out tongue, outlined and shaded lips, brunette human hair over cork pate, one-piece carton torso and legs, composition hands, a wooden-framed drum is attached to the torso. The figure is wearing velvet regimental costume with elaborate insignia and trim, matching helmet, and carries wooden drumsticks in his hands. When wound, he vigorously beats the drum. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F. 10 G. Comments: French, circa 1882. Value Points: wonderful presentation attention-getting automaton with very fine bisque and superb costume.

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French Bisque Poupee Peddler, Original Presentation Costume, Wares, Original Dome 8000/12,000 French Bisque Poupee Peddler, Original Presentation Costume, Wares, Original Dome 8000/12,000

French Bisque Poupee Peddler, Original Presentation Costume, Wares, Original Dome 8000/12,000

Lot #5 (Sale Order 5 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, original hand-tinted amber complexion, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, ears pierced into head, brunette hand-tied human hair wig over cork pate, kid gusset-jointed poupee body with stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1860, the doll was costumed and presented as a peddler for the English market, judging from various accessories. Value Points: all-original presentation with rare complexion, near mint sturdy body, wearing fine antique paisley costume and undergarments, carrying woven basket of wares including sewing novelties, slippers, jewelry, dolls, ink blotters with dog figurals, and a wrapped paper of a few horse hairs with penned notation "hair taken out of the chair used by Mary, Queen of Scots at Sterling Castle". The doll and wares are preserved under their original glass dome, and were acquired from the Dina Vierney Collection.

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German Porcelain Shoulder Head with Chignon by Meissen 1100/1500 German Porcelain Shoulder Head with Chignon by Meissen 1100/1500

German Porcelain Shoulder Head with Chignon by Meissen 1100/1500

Lot #6 (Sale Order 6 of 304)

3.5" (9 cm.) Pink-tinted porcelain shoulder head of lady with slender oval face and elongated throat, black sculpted hair waved around her face and captured in a tightly braided chignon at the back of her head, pale blue upper-glancing eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, aquiline nose, closed mouth with center accent line, blushed cheeks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (blue crossed swords). Comments: Konigliche Porzellan Manufaktur Meissen, circa 1850. Value Points: rare model with exquisite detail of modeling, fine artistic painting.

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German Porcelain Nymphenburg Lady with Demure Expression 1100/1600 German Porcelain Nymphenburg Lady with Demure Expression 1100/1600

German Porcelain Nymphenburg Lady with Demure Expression 1100/1600

Lot #7 (Sale Order 7 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Lightly pink-tinted porcelain shoulder head with perfectly oval face, slightly elongated throat, brown sculpted hair waved from face in softly rolled curls and having large white sculpted bow at the crown, painted facial features, small blue downcast eyes with well-defined eyelids, arched brown brows, aquiline nose, closed mouth, muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain lower limbs, lovely rose and ivory silk gown in the 18th century style, undergarments, heeled kid slippers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 399 W. Comments: Koniglich-Bayerische Porcelain in Nymphenburg, early 20th century. A very limited edition of porcelain dolls were presented at the 1908 Munich Art Doll Exhibition, designed as "decoration dolls", and dressed by the ladies of Munich in various historical costumes. Value Points: rare model with unusual and highly expressive features.

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Grand Early Porcelain Lady Doll, Pink-Tinted Complexion, Lippert & Haas of Schlaggenwald 4000/6000 Grand Early Porcelain Lady Doll, Pink-Tinted Complexion, Lippert & Haas of Schlaggenwald 4000/6000

Grand Early Porcelain Lady Doll, Pink-Tinted Complexion, Lippert & Haas of Schlaggenwald 4000/6000

Lot #8 (Sale Order 8 of 304)

35" (89 cm.) h. 11"w. head. 11"h. head. Of very thick paste porcelain with overall pink-tinted complexion, with solid dome, plumply rounded face and sturdy throat, slightly defined bosom and deeply sloping shoulders, deeply modeled features, defined eye sockets with upper-glancing deep blue eyes having white eye notch in pupils, black and red upper eyeliner, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with very rich lips, early hand-tied brunette human hair wig, old muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, (frail) antique rose silk gown, undergarments, leather boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to Lippert & Haas of Schlaggenwald, circa 1860. Value Points: very rare model, especially in this rare exhibition size, has outstanding detail of sculpting and painting.

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Rare and All-Original French Bisque Bebe by Danel and Cie with Signed Shoes 5000/8000 Rare and All-Original French Bisque Bebe by Danel and Cie with Signed Shoes 5000/8000

Rare and All-Original French Bisque Bebe by Danel and Cie with Signed Shoes 5000/8000

Lot #9 (Sale Order 9 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, pointy-tip nose with accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair over original cork pate with remains of original wig, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Tete Depose Paris Bebe 8 (head) Paris Bebe (and Eiffel Tower symbol on torso). Comments: Danel and Cie, circa 1890, the model was made for one or two years only; Anatole Danel, the former manager of the Jumeau firm, established his own firm, creating a bebe model that was nearly identical to the Jumeau bebe. Emile Jumeau successfully sued Danel who was forced to discontinue his bebe. Value Points: very rare bebe due to its short production era, has finest bisque and painting, original signed body, original coral silk costume with braid and lace trim, matching bonnet, undergarments, rose knit stockings and leather shoes incised "8 Paris Depose" with star symbol.

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French Bisque Character, Model 235, by SFBJ with Rare Flocked Hair and Original Costume 1200/1800 French Bisque Character, Model 235, by SFBJ with Rare Flocked Hair and Original Costume 1200/1800

French Bisque Character, Model 235, by SFBJ with Rare Flocked Hair and Original Costume 1200/1800

Lot #10 (Sale Order 10 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, flocked brunette hair, inset blue jewel-like eyes, brown painted curly lashes, arched brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth in smiling expression, glazed accents on lips, two porcelain beaded upper teeth, impressed dimples at cheek corners and chin, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 235 Paris 6 (head) 6 (bottom of feet). Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912. Value Points: well-modeled laughter dimples around the eyes and mouth, original flocking of hair, original body and body finish, original costume including double-breasted coat and matching cap with Red Cross insignias.

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Very Rare French Bisque Bebe by Falck-Roussel in Antique Gentleman's Ensemble 12,000/16,000 Very Rare French Bisque Bebe by Falck-Roussel in Antique Gentleman's Ensemble 12,000/16,000

Very Rare French Bisque Bebe by Falck-Roussel in Antique Gentleman's Ensemble 12,000/16,000

Lot #11 (Sale Order 11 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head with elongated face and full cheeks, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, dark painted lashes, mauve-blushed eye shadow, thick brush-stroked brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, auburn mohair bobbed wig, French composition fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F.R. 11. Comments: Falck-Roussel, Paris, circa 1888. Value Points: dolls by Falck-Roussel are rarely found, especially in this larger size, this example with very expressive features, very fine bisque and painting, original body and body finish, wearing fine antique gentleman's costume.

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Fabulous Pair of French Bisque Bebes by Emile Jumeau with Superb Original Costumes 6500/9500 Fabulous Pair of French Bisque Bebes by Emile Jumeau with Superb Original Costumes 6500/9500

Fabulous Pair of French Bisque Bebes by Emile Jumeau with Superb Original Costumes 6500/9500

Lot #12 (Sale Order 12 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Each has bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, thick brush-stroked brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, open mouth with row of porcelain teeth, shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 10 (and artist check marks). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1895, one of the dolls is preserved in her original box labeled "Bebe Francaise Habille Mode Parisienne 10". Value Points: preserved in near mint original condition, the dolls have softest blonde mohair wigs, and wear silk and lace costumes that are identical excepting aqua or rose colors, each with original dress, bonnet, undergarments, socks and leather shoes signed "Paris Depose 10" with bee symbol.

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Very Beautiful French Bisque Bebe by Andre Thuillier in Fine Antique Costume 23,000/32,000 Very Beautiful French Bisque Bebe by Andre Thuillier in Fine Antique Costume 23,000/32,000

Very Beautiful French Bisque Bebe by Andre Thuillier in Fine Antique Costume 23,000/32,000

Lot #13 (Sale Order 13 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, almond-shaped blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A 9 T. Comments: Andre Thuillier, circa 1885. Value Points: finest bisque and painting, original body and body finish, the most endearing and distinctive dreamy-eyed expression has perfectly achieved artistry of eyes and lips, wearing antique pale blue silk dress and matching bonnet, undergarments, leather shoes with brown silk rosettes incised C.P.

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Pair of Very Rare French Candy Containers in Elaborate Marquis Costumes 4500/6500 Pair of Very Rare French Candy Containers in Elaborate Marquis Costumes 4500/6500

Pair of Very Rare French Candy Containers in Elaborate Marquis Costumes 4500/6500

Lot #14 (Sale Order 14 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Each has paper mache head with highly characterized features, pronounced nose and chin, painted side-glancing eyes and a closed mouth in wide beaming smile with painted teeth, periwig with side braids, very plump hollow stomach, wooden hands and feet. An elaborate silk Marquis costume is worn by each along with bicorn hat and leather shoes. Each separates at the waist for access to the polished sateen-lined candy container interior. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1885, the pair were offered as candy box containers from a luxury Parisian bon-bon shop. Value Points: very rare pair with wickedly charming expressions, wonderful and all-original costumes. Ex-collection Dina Vierney.

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Very Rare French Bisque Double-Faced Bebe Bru as Original Bon-Bon Box  5500/7500 Very Rare French Bisque Double-Faced Bebe Bru as Original Bon-Bon Box  5500/7500

Very Rare French Bisque Double-Faced Bebe Bru as Original Bon-Bon Box 5500/7500

Lot #15 (Sale Order 15 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) A bisque head on bisque shoulder plate has two faces which can be alternately revealed by turning the head and flipping the cardboard cap; one face having rosy complexion depicts a crying child whose sculpted closed mouth is modeled as though open, with painted tongue and teeth, painted blue eyes with black outline and lashes, fringed brows, and furrowed frown lines; the alternate face has softly blushed delicate complexion, laughter crinkles around the eyes, painted blue eyes with decorative glaze and thick upper eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, shaded nostrils, mouth modeled as though laughing with two rows of tiny beaded teeth. The doll has brunette wig and is attached to original bon-bon box which is covered with quilted aqua silk, and separates at the waist for access to the bon-bon container. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: from the studios of Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1883, the double-faced bebe model was offered either as a doll or, as in this instance, as a very luxurious candy box presentation. Value Points: especially fine sculpting and artistic painting of expressive features on the very rare model, with original bon-bon box presentation and luxury silk and lace costume.

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Petite Fine French Bisque Bebe by Leon Casimir Bru, Size 0, with Original Signed Shoes 12,000/15,000 Petite Fine French Bisque Bebe by Leon Casimir Bru, Size 0, with Original Signed Shoes 12,000/15,000

Petite Fine French Bisque Bebe by Leon Casimir Bru, Size 0, with Original Signed Shoes 12,000/15,000

Lot #16 (Sale Order 16 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque swivel head with kid-edged bisque shoulder plate with modeled bosom and shoulder blades, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid gusset-jointed bebe body with scalloped-edge collarette, bisque lower arms and hands. Condition: generally excellent, one finger tip chipped. Marks: (circle dot impressed symbol) Bru Jne (head and shoulders) No. 0 (shoulders). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1880. Value Points: very fine modeling and bisque on the rare petite model, with fine original body, original cutwork costume and bonnet, undergarments, and original leather shoes signed Bru Jne Paris 0.

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French Bisque Bebe Brevete, Size 0, by Leon Casimir Bru with Dainty Bisque Hands 9000/13,000 French Bisque Bebe Brevete, Size 0, by Leon Casimir Bru with Dainty Bisque Hands 9000/13,000

French Bisque Bebe Brevete, Size 0, by Leon Casimir Bru with Dainty Bisque Hands 9000/13,000

Lot #17 (Sale Order 17 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, kid bebe body with square-cut collarette, gusset jointing at hips, knees and elbows, bisque hands, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 0 (head). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, his first bebe model known as "brevete", circa 1878. Value Points: most endearing facial expression with very plump cheeks and throat, beautiful eyes, finest bisque and painting, original Bru bebe body, original perfect hands.

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Rare and Exquisite German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Fashionable Head Shawl 4500/6500 Rare and Exquisite German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Fashionable Head Shawl 4500/6500

Rare and Exquisite German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Fashionable Head Shawl 4500/6500

Lot #18 (Sale Order 18 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of adult lady with heart-shaped face, sculpted blonde hair in elaborate waves at her forehead crown and then waved back and captured under a rose-tinted bisque scarf that drapes gracefully onto her shoulders and is decorated with gold bead edging, tiny white bead dots, magenta polka dots, gold tassels at the back and black "lace" edging at the lower bodice; the doll has blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, refined aquiline nose shape, closed mouth with outlined lips, old muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, and is nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4 U 6 (incised on shoulder plate). Comments: C.F. Kling, circa 1870. Value Points: the rarity of the doll is enhanced by its extraordinary sculpting and detail of scarf ornamentation, with rarer glass eyes.

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Petite German Bisque Lady Doll with Rare Sculpted Magenta Bonnet 600/900 Petite German Bisque Lady Doll with Rare Sculpted Magenta Bonnet 600/900

Petite German Bisque Lady Doll with Rare Sculpted Magenta Bonnet 600/900

Lot #19 (Sale Order 19 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with heart-shaped face, blonde sculpted hair waved from her face and captured in a very full chignon at the back and crowned with a sculpted saucer cap in magenta and black pattern with long magenta streamer bow and with a white ruffle at the back, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, old muslin body, bisque lower arms and legs, painted flat black shoes, nicely costumed. Condition: very faint old hairline at the back shoulder. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value points: rare model with artistically decorated bonnet.

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Extremely Rare German Bisque Lady with Bisque Tam and Matching Boots by C.F. Kling 9000/13,000 Extremely Rare German Bisque Lady with Bisque Tam and Matching Boots by C.F. Kling 9000/13,000

Extremely Rare German Bisque Lady with Bisque Tam and Matching Boots by C.F. Kling 9000/13,000

Lot #20 (Sale Order 20 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque shoulder head portraying an adult lady with oval-shaped face and elongated throat, sculpted ash-blonde hair arranged in long flowing curls that tumble onto her shoulders and are waved across her forehead, topped by an exuberant green and white plaid tam with magenta stripes, rose and black checkered border and tri-color plumes, and having blue glass inset eyes with dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, fully sculpted pierced ears, and sculpted bodice with gilt-edged collar and polka-dotted blue scarf, original muslin stitch-jointed body with bisque lower arms, painted bisque ankle boots in plaid design with painted laces, antique gown. Condition: generally excellent. Mark: 5 D 3 (in script). Comments: C.F. Kling, circa 1870. Value Points: extremely rare and beautiful model of which few are known to exist, its rarity points include fabulously decorated bisque tam with matching boots, sculpted bodice, glass eyes, and original body. The doll has blue ribbon awards from two UFDC national conventions. Ex-collections Margaret Hartshorn and June Ellen Lane.

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Very Rare German Bisque Lady with Black Sculpted Hair and Ornately Wrapped Scarf 2000/3000 Very Rare German Bisque Lady with Black Sculpted Hair and Ornately Wrapped Scarf 2000/3000

Very Rare German Bisque Lady with Black Sculpted Hair and Ornately Wrapped Scarf 2000/3000

Lot #21 (Sale Order 21 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of lady with oval face and elongated throat, black sculpted hair waved away from her face with elaborate feathering around the edges and captured in a sculpted blue and magenta scarf that elaborately circles her face and back chignon, and falls gracefully onto her shoulders, painted blue upper-glancing eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, brown painted single-stroke lashes, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, old hand-stitched kid body with stitch-jointed limbs, lovely antique costume, undergarments, leather boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: rarity factors include black hair in ornate coiffure and very elaborately wrapped ornamental scarf.

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Rare German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Lustre Diadem, Attributed to Simon and Halbig 1800/3200 Rare German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Lustre Diadem, Attributed to Simon and Halbig 1800/3200

Rare German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Lustre Diadem, Attributed to Simon and Halbig 1800/3200

Lot #22 (Sale Order 22 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with pale complexion, sculpted pale blonde hair arranged with finger curls at the forehead and sides, then drawn back into an elaborately looped curl at the back held by black ribbons that fall onto her shoulders, with purple lustre diadem at her crown and with sculpted gilt earrings, painted blue eyes with pronounced black eyeliner, painted all-around lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line on lips, muslin stitch-jointed body, original bisque lower limbs, bisque arms to above the elbows, painted flat black boots, (frail) silk gown. Condition: generally excellent, front of right boot missing. Comments: Germany, attributed to Simon and Halbig, circa 1870. Value Points: rarity factors include style of coiffure, hair and earring ornaments, exquisite painting of eyes.

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German Bisque Doll with Rare Brown Sculpted Pillbox Hat 500/800 German Bisque Doll with Rare Brown Sculpted Pillbox Hat 500/800

German Bisque Doll with Rare Brown Sculpted Pillbox Hat 500/800

Lot #23 (Sale Order 23 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with plump facial modeling, very pale complexion, blonde sculpted short curly hair with sculpted brown tam having centered medallion ornament, painted blue eyes, black and red upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, muslin stitch-jointed body, bisque lower limbs, painted boots, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880, attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk; two variations of the model are shown in German Parian Dolls by Mary Krombholz, page 38. Value Points: rare sculpted tam with textured finish to suggest woven straw and fancy centered ornament.

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Rare German Bisque Boy with Glass Eyes and Sculpted Hair, Hat, and Bodice by Kling 1200/1800 Rare German Bisque Boy with Glass Eyes and Sculpted Hair, Hat, and Bodice by Kling 1200/1800

Rare German Bisque Boy with Glass Eyes and Sculpted Hair, Hat, and Bodice by Kling 1200/1800

Lot #24 (Sale Order 24 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with rounded face, blonde sculpted short blonde hair with tousled bangs under a sculpted grey hat with rounded top, black painted brim and band, sculpted bodice with ruffled collar, blue glass inset eyes, sculpted ears, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, very full outlined lips, newer muslin stitch-jointed body and bisque lower limbs, antique velvet costume. Condition: generally excellent, possible small professional restoration on hat brim. Marks: 160-5. Comments: Kling, circa 1875. Value Points: most endearing innocent expression on the very rare model with wonderfully detailed features, unusual hat, glass eyes, maker's mark. Ex-collection Margaret Hartshorn.

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Collection of Miniature Hand-Blown Glass 300/500 Collection of Miniature Hand-Blown Glass 300/500

Collection of Miniature Hand-Blown Glass 300/500

Lot #25 (Sale Order 25 of 304)

3.5" (9 cm.) h. tallest. Including five hand-blown glass urns, pitchers, and vases with intricate spiral-threaded designs, along with similiarly styled pair of glass candleholders. Excellent condition.

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French Inlay Rosewood Chest with Marble Top 600/900 French Inlay Rosewood Chest with Marble Top 600/900

French Inlay Rosewood Chest with Marble Top 600/900

Lot #26 (Sale Order 26 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) l. 7" h. Of solid wood with rich marquetry inlays in rosewood and mahogany, the bombe-shaped chest has two drawers and a marble top, and with bronze ormolu mounts and drawer pulls. Excellent condition. French, 19th century.

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Gorgeous French Bisque Bebe Gorgeous French Bisque Bebe

Gorgeous French Bisque Bebe "H" by Aristide Halopeau in Fine Early Costume 30,000/40,000

Lot #27 (Sale Order 27 of 304)

21" (53 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with elongated face and very plump cheeks, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, delicately painted lashes, mauve-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined and shaded lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 3 H. Comments: Aristide Halopeau, circa 1880, the successor to the legendary Barrois doll firm; Halopeau commissioned the sculpture of a unique bebe model, created for him at the Frayon porcelain firm, with painted complexion and facial details by noted Parisian artist, Barnard; only one model was ever offered by the firm and few examples were created. Value Points: hauntingly beautiful face with dreamy expression, finest quality bisque and painting, original soft mohair wig, original body and body finish, beautiful early coral silk dress with embroidered tulle trim, undergarments, stockings, leather shoes, and elaborate bonnet with original French milliner's label.

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Fine Early Chinese Wooden Folding Screen with Chinoiserie Decorations 800/1300 Fine Early Chinese Wooden Folding Screen with Chinoiserie Decorations 800/1300

Fine Early Chinese Wooden Folding Screen with Chinoiserie Decorations 800/1300

Lot #28 (Sale Order 28 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) The four-panel wooden screen with inset panels has original ebony finish with gilt Chinoiserie decorations, and applique carvings in bone and mother-of-pearl on the panels depicting persons, buildings, and foliage. Excellent condition. Chinese, 19th century.

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Japanese Bisque Portrait Doll with Elaborate Coiffure and Costume for the French Market 2000/3000 Japanese Bisque Portrait Doll with Elaborate Coiffure and Costume for the French Market 2000/3000

Japanese Bisque Portrait Doll with Elaborate Coiffure and Costume for the French Market 2000/3000

Lot #29 (Sale Order 29 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) h. including coiffure and shoes. Pale bisque socket head, brown enamel inset eyes with heavily modeled eyelids, painted lower lashes, arched brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with impressed lip detail, black human hair arranged in elaborate coiffure and decorated with silk flowers and beads, five-piece composition body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (illegible script on head). Comments: late 1800s, similarly costumed dolls were made with bisque heads by Simon and Halbig and others for the French market which was deeply intrigued with Asian culture at this time. Value Points: very rare bisque portrait of Japanese lady wearing her original elaborate costume comprising green silk trousers, red silk dress, and purple silk kimono, each decorated lavishly with embroidery, along with traditional wooden stacked shoes and elaborate headdress, and presented on original silk-covered wooden stand, under early glass dome.

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French Bisque Poupee by Jumeau with All-Wooden Articulated Lady Body 2500/3500 French Bisque Poupee by Jumeau with All-Wooden Articulated Lady Body 2500/3500

French Bisque Poupee by Jumeau with All-Wooden Articulated Lady Body 2500/3500

Lot #30 (Sale Order 30 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading, dark painted eyeliner, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pale outlined lips, ears pierced into head, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, all-wooden poupee body with dowel jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips, knees and wrists, and extra swivel articulation on thighs. Condition: generally excellent, small chip reglue at bottom of back shoulder plate, lower limbs retouched. Marks: 2. Comments: Jumeau, circa 1870. Value Points: beautiful serene expression with lovely bisque, all-wooden articulated body, antique ivory silk costume and accessories, original mohair wig.

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French Miniature Furnishings with Original Decoupage by Badeuille 500/800 French Miniature Furnishings with Original Decoupage by Badeuille 500/800

French Miniature Furnishings with Original Decoupage by Badeuille 500/800

Lot #31 (Sale Order 31 of 304)

7" (18 cm.) Of lightwood with natural finish,the furniture is decorated with gilt paper and cutout floral decoupage which is generously applied to simulate hand-painted or inlay designs. The set includes a canopy day bed with gauze curtains decorated with gilt paper stars, fernery with unusual hinged mirror, two side chairs and two straight chairs, each with original floral-patterned cotton upholstery. Condition: furniture generally excellent, repair to head/torso on doll. Comments: the furniture was made in Germany,and shipped to France where it was upholstered,fitted and decorated by the Badeuille firm who specialized in these pieces,for the French market, circa 1875. Value Points: rare furnishings with original decorations; included is an all-bisque miniature doll with wonderful original costuming.

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Grand French Bisque Poupee, Size 12, by Jumeau in Fine Original Costume 6000/8000 Grand French Bisque Poupee, Size 12, by Jumeau in Fine Original Costume 6000/8000

Grand French Bisque Poupee, Size 12, by Jumeau in Fine Original Costume 6000/8000

Lot #32 (Sale Order 32 of 304)

31" (79 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted dark curly lashes, mauve-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with very full accented lips, separately applied pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with gusset jointing at hips, knees and elbows, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent, hands a bit darkened, body very sturdy. Marks: 12 (head and shoulder plate). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1875, the gentle facial model evolved into the first period bebe model; the large size of this example and richly detailed original gown suggest its original purpose as exhibition model. Value Points: very fine quality of bisque and painting, splendid eyes, original body, original aqua silk/cashmere gown with embroidered and ruched detail.

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Very Rare Large German Porcelain Lady Doll with Blue Ruffle-Edged Black Snood 1500/2200 Very Rare Large German Porcelain Lady Doll with Blue Ruffle-Edged Black Snood 1500/2200

Very Rare Large German Porcelain Lady Doll with Blue Ruffle-Edged Black Snood 1500/2200

Lot #33 (Sale Order 33 of 304)

26" (66 cm.) Thick paste porcelain shoulder head depicting a plump-faced lady with strong throat, blonde sculpted hair with center part arranged around her face with large looped curls and narrow braids and captured at the back with sculpted thick black snood which has a sculpted ruffled blue crown and bavolet that falls onto her shoulders, blue painted eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, circle-accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain arms, blue cotton dress, undergarments, leather boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 111. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: very rare coiffure with wonderful detail of decorated snood, fine larger size is rare to find. Ex-collection Mildred Seeley.

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German Porcelain Lady with Dark Brown Hair by KPM Berlin 2500/3500 German Porcelain Lady with Dark Brown Hair by KPM Berlin 2500/3500

German Porcelain Lady with Dark Brown Hair by KPM Berlin 2500/3500

Lot #34 (Sale Order 34 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head, brown sculpted hair with loosely formed braids at each side of her face that are captured in a tightly coiled braided chignon at the back, oval-shaped face and elongated throat, very pale untinted complexion, painted blue eyes in well-defined sockets, red eyeliner, brown feathered brows, aquiline nose, closed mouth with very full lips, early muslin body with porcelain lower limbs, painted black ankle boots. Condition: generally excellent, few typical rubs on hair. Marks: KPM (blue circle stamp inside shoulder plate). Comments: KPM Berlin, circa 1850. Value Points: rare brown hair, superb sculpting, artistic painting especially of eyes and lips, and very fine antique dotted Swiss muslin gown with elaborate back train. The muslin body has old hand-lettered notation "Lucretia Hodge, circa 1850". Ex-collection Margaret Hartshorn.

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Very Rare German Porcelain Bonnet Lady with Maker's Mark by K.P.M. 4500/6500 Very Rare German Porcelain Bonnet Lady with Maker's Mark by K.P.M. 4500/6500

Very Rare German Porcelain Bonnet Lady with Maker's Mark by K.P.M. 4500/6500

Lot #35 (Sale Order 35 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head of adult lady with oval-shaped face, elongated throat, black sculpted and painted hair drawn away from center part and captured under a snugly fitted bonnet that is decorated with a purple ruffled brim and throat ribbons, colorful purple flowers and sienna ribbons at the nape, painted large oval blue eyes, red and black eyeliner, single-stroke brows, aquiline nose with accented nostrils, closed mouth, muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain lower arms and legs, wearing antique silk gown and undergarments. Condition: generally excellent excepting rubs on right brow and cheek. Marks: KPM (inside shoulder plate). Comments: Konigliche Porzellan Manufaktur, circa 1850. Value Points: exceptionally rare early porcelain doll; few marked examples of any KPM dolls exist, this model is virtually unknown and features wonderful decoration of the bonnet. The doll has a blue ribbon award from 1989 UFDC convention.

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Rare German Porcelain Lady with Elaborately Decorated Sculpted Bonnet 1700/2300 Rare German Porcelain Lady with Elaborately Decorated Sculpted Bonnet 1700/2300

Rare German Porcelain Lady with Elaborately Decorated Sculpted Bonnet 1700/2300

Lot #36 (Sale Order 36 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) overall. 4" h. head. Porcelain shoulder head of adult lady with oval face and elongated throat, slightly tinted complexion, sculpted black hair with long full looped curls drawn low around the sides of her face and captured under a green cap that is fitted to her head, the hat with upturned brim at the back, yellow and green sculpted feathers, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with dainty piquant smile, old homemade muslin body, antique costume. Condition: faint early hairline at back shoulder plate, otherwise excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1860. Value Points: rare model with wonderful expression, rare sculpted feathered bonnet, fine quality of porcelain and painting. Ex-collection Estelle Johnston.

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Beautiful French Bisque Portrait Bebe by Emile Jumeau in Fine Original Costume 6000/8000 Beautiful French Bisque Portrait Bebe by Emile Jumeau in Fine Original Costume 6000/8000

Beautiful French Bisque Portrait Bebe by Emile Jumeau in Fine Original Costume 6000/8000

Lot #37 (Sale Order 37 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head, almond-shaped blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 8 (head). Comments: Emile Jumeau, his early period portrait bebe, circa 1877. Value Points: rare model with exceptional beauty and rich painting around the eyes, original wig (stamped 8), original body and body finish, beautiful and well-detailed original costume of patterned aqua silk and burgundy velvet, undergarments, maroon knit stockings, leather shoes, bonnet.

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Outstanding French Bisque Bebe E.J.A. by Emile Jumeau with Couturier Costume 16,000/22,000 Outstanding French Bisque Bebe E.J.A. by Emile Jumeau with Couturier Costume 16,000/22,000

Outstanding French Bisque Bebe E.J.A. by Emile Jumeau with Couturier Costume 16,000/22,000

Lot #38 (Sale Order 38 of 304)

26" (66 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with elongated face and very full cheeks and throat, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, delicately painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, mauve-blushed eye shadow, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, impressed dimples at lip corners and chin, separately applied pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with very plump limbs and hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: EJ/A 10 (head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1879, his very rare model made for two or three years only and considered by him as the first signature bebe; it was advertised in the Parisian catalog of Au Coin de Roi as a "bebe perfectionnes" available in two sizes only (10 and 12). Value Points: the rarity of the bebe is rivaled by its exceptional beauty, with finest quality of bisque, delicate pale complexion and subtle blush, original body and body finish, fine early Jumeau dress and bonnet.

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All-Original French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bebes in Exotic Costumes by Jules Steiner 3500/5500 All-Original French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bebes in Exotic Costumes by Jules Steiner 3500/5500

All-Original French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bebes in Exotic Costumes by Jules Steiner 3500/5500

Lot #39 (Sale Order 39 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Each has light brown-complexioned bisque socket head, amber-brown glass paperweight inset eyes, black painted brows and lashes, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair fleecy wig over cork pate, French brown composition fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A 3. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1890. Value Points: fine unplayed with condition, the little boy and girl wear their store-original exotic silk costumes with rich fringe trim, accessories, turbans, their fully jointed original bodies in near mint condition.

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All-Original French Brown-Complexioned Bebe, Leon Casimir Bru, Size 0, Signed Shoes 12,000/17,000 All-Original French Brown-Complexioned Bebe, Leon Casimir Bru, Size 0, Signed Shoes 12,000/17,000

All-Original French Brown-Complexioned Bebe, Leon Casimir Bru, Size 0, Signed Shoes 12,000/17,000

Lot #40 (Sale Order 40 of 304)

10.5" (27 cm.) Pressed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate with modeled bosom and shoulder blades, rich cafe-au-lait brown complexion, amber-brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark painted lashes, brown fringed brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with shaded downcast lips, pierced ears, black fleecy mohair wig over cork pate, kid bebe body with scalloped-edge collarette, gusset jointing at hips and knees, bisque forearms and hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (circle/dot symbol, on head) Bru Jne N.0 (shoulder plate). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1878. Value Points: pristine condition of the rare size 0 bebe, with very beautiful luminous complexion, original head, shoulders, body and hands, and wearing original multi-layered rich silk exotic costume, original signed Bru shoes and jewelry.

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German Bisque Pouting Character, Model 115/A, by Kammer and Reinhardt 1800/2500 German Bisque Pouting Character, Model 115/A, by Kammer and Reinhardt 1800/2500

German Bisque Pouting Character, Model 115/A, by Kammer and Reinhardt 1800/2500

Lot #41 (Sale Order 41 of 304)

16" (42 cm.) Bisque socket head, small blue glass sleep eyes, painted short curly lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast shaded lips, auburn mohair bobbed wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, antique velvet Sunday-best boy's costume. Condition: generally excellent, original body finish except hands retouched. Marks: K*R S&H 115/A. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912, the model is known as Phillip. Value Points: well-rendered characterization of solemn-faced pouting child with excellent quality of bisque and sculpting.

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Rare German Bisque Rare German Bisque

Rare German Bisque "Allie Dog" with Rare Signed Tongue Designed by Georgene Averill 4500/6500

Lot #42 (Sale Order 42 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque head with flanged neck depicting a black-spotted white dog with sculpted "fur" detail and floppy ears with black tips, very large brown glass sleep eyes with encircling grey eye shadow, black nose tip with pink painted nostrils and philtrum area, defined whisker tips, open mouth in beaming smile, spread-apart teeth, tongue, muslin torso and upper legs, composition jointed arms and lower legs. Condition: generally excellent, some surface paint flakes on limbs. Marks: Allie Dog Copyright by Georgene Averill Germany 1405 (head) 1405 (back of tongue). Comments: the amusing dog doll with delightful pun-name was designed by the American artist Georgene Averill and commissioned by Borgfeldt from German doll firms, circa 1925. Value Points: very rare-to-find appealing cheerful pup, likely made for only one or two seasons, with excellent sculpting and painting.

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German Bisque German Bisque

German Bisque "Einco" Googly by Gebruder Heubach Flirty Eyes, Shoulder Head Variation 5000/7500

Lot #43 (Sale Order 43 of 304)

21" (53 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque shoulder head with plump round face, large blue glass googly eyes that "flirt" by movement of wire lever at the back of the head, dark eyeliner, very pronounced smoky upper eye shadow, shaded smoky brows with feathering, rounded nose, closed mouth with beaming smile, upturned lip corners, brunette mohair wig, kid body with pin-jointing at hips and knees, composition and wooden ball-jointed arms, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Einco 9 Germany Heubach (in square). Comments: Gebruder Heubach for Eisenmann exporters, circa 1917. Value Points: the rare and distinctive model with wide-eyed "who, me?" expression is enhanced by well-functioning flirty eyes, and finest quality of bisque, rare model in even rarer shoulder head variation.

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Rare and Delightful German Bisque Rare and Delightful German Bisque

Rare and Delightful German Bisque "Einco" Googly by Gebruder Heubach 2500/3500

Lot #44 (Sale Order 44 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque shoulder head, plump face and throat, large blue glass googly sleep eyes, very pronounced smoky upper eye shadow, shaded smoky brows with feathering, tiny nose, closed mouth with prim smile, blonde mohair wig, kid body with pin jointing at hips and shoulders, bisque lower arms, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Einco 1 Germany Heubach (in square) 8764. Comments: Gebruder Heubach for Eisenmann exporters, circa 1917. Value Points: rare model especially captivating in this petite size, very fine bisque and painting.

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French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Original Jumeau Dress and Undergarments 3500/4500 French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Original Jumeau Dress and Undergarments 3500/4500

French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Original Jumeau Dress and Undergarments 3500/4500

Lot #45 (Sale Order 45 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, very deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, lushly painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 8 (head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (torso). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1886. Value Points: especially charming shy expression enhanced by fine creamy bisque, beautiful painting, original body and body finish, original wig (with "8" stamp), original Jumeau costume including magenta silk frock, undergarments (pants stamped "8"), burgundy knit socks, and black leather shoes with silk rosettes.

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19th Century French Photograph 19th Century French Photograph

19th Century French Photograph "Young Lady with Doll" in Rare Large Size, Signed 600/900

Lot #46 (Sale Order 46 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) x 12" photograph. 18" x 22" framed. The sepia-toned photograph depicts a young lady nonchalantly leaning against a background wall, her left ankle crossed, and with her little French doll posed at her side. Both the child and the doll are wearing stylish costumes, and the photograph wears the stamp of Blondeau LeBelle (?) Photographe and date 88(?). The photograph is presented in its original frame. Photograph excellent, frame with some small chips. French, late 19th century.

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Extremely Rare French Musical Automaton Extremely Rare French Musical Automaton

Extremely Rare French Musical Automaton "Bebe Photographe" 9000/16,000

Lot #47 (Sale Order 47 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) h. 12" x 8" base. Standing upon a velvet-covered wooden base is a bisque-headed doll with brown glass paperweight inset eyes, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, carton torso and legs, wire upper arms, bisque forearms, wearing silk dress, artist's cape, and wide-brimmed feathered cap. She stands behind a tripod-based box camera which is aimed at a small bisque doll posed upon a maplewood stool. When wound, music plays, the photographer lowers the unexposed photographic plate into the camera, activates the shutter with her right hand, and, finally, raises the finished plate which now has a sepia-toned photograph of the doll. Condition: generally excellent, music and motions function well. Marks: Depose (impressed on underside of base). Comments: attributed to Louis Marie Renou, circa 1895. Value Points: extremely rare and beautifully preserved automaton with most unusual theme, having intriguing activity, and with original camera and photographs.

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An All-Original German Musical Handwind Mechanical Toy An All-Original German Musical Handwind Mechanical Toy

An All-Original German Musical Handwind Mechanical Toy "The Clown and Donkey" 1200/1800

Lot #48 (Sale Order 48 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) h. 15" l. Standing upon a wooden platform with lithographed-paper cover is a bisque-headed clown with highly characterized sculpting, blue glass eyes, painted facial decorations in blue and red, bi-color wig, block torso and lower limbs. He is holding the tail of a fleece-covered paper mache donkey which stands alongside. When the handle is turned, merry musical tunes are heard, the clown turns the donkey's tail causing the donkey's head to bob up and down, which then causes the ringing of a brass bell which is attached to the donkey's head by a metal rod. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, Zinner & Sohne, circa 1890. Value Points: absolutely delightful scene with several interlinking amusing actions, rare character face, original costumes on clown and donkey, and well-functioning music and motions.

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Petite Rare French Bisque Bebe with Original Jester Decorations, Figure A,by Jules Steiner 1800/2300 Petite Rare French Bisque Bebe with Original Jester Decorations, Figure A,by Jules Steiner 1800/2300

Petite Rare French Bisque Bebe with Original Jester Decorations, Figure A,by Jules Steiner 1800/2300

Lot #49 (Sale Order 49 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) Untinted bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, painted curly black brows, painted red clown decorations on white complexion, pierced ears, blonde mohair curly wig, French paper mache body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: J. Steiner Paris A 2. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1890. Value Points: rare little jester in petite size, with original wig, body, body finish, and wearing antique silk jester costume, carrying little tambourine with hand-painted designs.

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French Bisque Automaton French Bisque Automaton

French Bisque Automaton "The Jester with Painted Tambourine" Roullet & Decamps 4000/6500

Lot #50 (Sale Order 50 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Standing upon a velvet-covered wooden base is a bisque-head jester with blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, brush-stroked brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair fleecy wig, carton torso and legs, wire upper arms, bisque forearms, holding a paintbrush in one hand and a gaily decorated tambourine in the other. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1078 Simon & Halbig S&H 6. Comments: Roullet et Decamps, circa 1895, when wound and lever released, music plays, and the jester turns his head side to side, blinks his eyes, and appears to dab at the tambourine with the paintbrush he holds in his hand. Value Points: well-functioning mechanism and music, with wonderfully painted facial decorations and vibrant silk jester costume.

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Rare All-Original German Pull-Toy Jester with Surprise 2000/3000 Rare All-Original German Pull-Toy Jester with Surprise 2000/3000

Rare All-Original German Pull-Toy Jester with Surprise 2000/3000

Lot #50.1 (Sale Order 51 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Standing upon a wooden platform with metal spoked wheels and decorative paper cover is a bisque-head jester with blue glass inset eyes, painted facial features, closed mouth, block torso, wooden lower arms and legs, painted boots, outstretched arms with a cardboard shaped cone in each hand. A bisque-head miniature doll is perched upon his head, with painted features, and spring body hidden under a cotton smock. When the toy is pulled along, the larger doll kicks his legs merrily, while the smaller doll bobs up and down from the spring action, as though trying to escape from cones in which he is hidden. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2 (doll) Comments: Germany, for the French market, circa 1880. Value Points: the rare and amusing toy is all original.

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An All-Original French Bisque Automaton Known as An All-Original French Bisque Automaton Known as

An All-Original French Bisque Automaton Known as "The Russian Tea Server" by Lambert 6000/8500

Lot #51 (Sale Order 52 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Standing upon a velvet-covered base is a bisque-head doll with large amber-brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lush lashes, brush-stroked and multi-feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French carton torso and legs, wire upper arms, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 4 (head) (remnants of original paper tune label on under-base). Comments: Leopold Lambert, circa 1892, with commissioned head from Jumeau; when wound the doll turns her head from side to side, nods, and alternately moves the tray and tea pot as though pouring tea; the model was marketed as the "Russian Tea Server." Value Points: the doll wears her factory-original silk costume with silk and metallic fringe trim, pearl ornaments, elaborate headdress, and carries wooden tea tray and tea pot.

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French Musical Automaton French Musical Automaton

French Musical Automaton "Poupee Modele with Tray of Dolls" by Leopold Lambert 7000/11,000

Lot #51.1 (Sale Order 53 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Standing upon a velvet-covered wooden base is a bisque-head doll with deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, brush-stroked brows, lushly painted lashes, open mouth, row of porcelain teeth, brunette human hair over cork pate, carton torso and legs, wire upper arms, bisque forearms, red silk and ivory costume and shoes. The doll is holding an advertising card from Poupee Modele doll journal in one hand, and tray of tiny bisque dolls in the other. When wound, music plays, she turns and nods her head, and alternately extends the tray of dolls or lifts the advertising card as though proferring publicity for the children's publication and its wares. Condition: generally excellent, music and mechanism function well. Marks: L./B. (key) 4 (doll). Comments: Leopold Lambert, Paris, circa 1890, with original bisque head from Emile Jumeau. Value Points: brilliant blue eyes beautifully contrast the rich silk costume, and silk-covered tray of seven tiny all-bisque dolls in this rare musical promotional automaton, likely a special commission.

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Beautiful French Bisque Bebe Bru Jne from the Classic Era 11,000/14,000 Beautiful French Bisque Bebe Bru Jne from the Classic Era 11,000/14,000

Beautiful French Bisque Bebe Bru Jne from the Classic Era 11,000/14,000

Lot #52 (Sale Order 54 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Pressed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, incised eyeliner, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with tiny stuck-out tongue tip between the shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, dimpled tongue, brunette hand-tied human hair wig over cork pate, slender kid bebe body with scalloped collarette, Chevrot hinged hips, wooden lower legs, bisque lower arms, lovely red patterned velvet dress, silk bonnet, undergarments, leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent, fine professional restoration on inside fingers of left hand. Marks: Bru Jne 7 (head) No. 7 Bru Jne (shoulder plate) (original Bru paper label on torso). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1886. Value Points: fine detail of modeling especially of lips, beautiful bisque and painting, original body.

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German Bisque Lady,Sculpted Hair, Elaborate Dresden Hair Ornaments by C.F. Kling 2000/3000 German Bisque Lady,Sculpted Hair, Elaborate Dresden Hair Ornaments by C.F. Kling 2000/3000

German Bisque Lady,Sculpted Hair, Elaborate Dresden Hair Ornaments by C.F. Kling 2000/3000

Lot #53 (Sale Order 55 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with pale complexion, brown sculpted hair drawn from face with feathering details around the forehead, arranged curls at the back of her head decorated by a gilt-edged blue hair band with white bead trim, pink hair bow, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, closed mouth, pierced ears, very elaborate bodice including sculpted white bead necklace, Dresden pink-glazed ruffle, painted rick-rack trim, muslin stitch-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, professional restoration of the pink hair bow. Comments: C.F. Kling, circa 1870, this model and a variation are shown in German Parian Dolls by Mary Krombholz, page 56/57. Value Points: rarity factors include brown hair, hair ornaments, very elaborate decoration of bodice.

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German Bisque Doll with Sculpted Hair and Fancy Bodice by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1800/3500 German Bisque Doll with Sculpted Hair and Fancy Bodice by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1800/3500

German Bisque Doll with Sculpted Hair and Fancy Bodice by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1800/3500

Lot #54 (Sale Order 56 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque shoulder head, light-brown sculpted hair in tousled curly fashion decorated with gilt-edged blue hair bow at the crown, painted blue downcast eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, sculpted Dresden ruffle at throat and bodice front, fancily painted magenta and rose bodice, cloth body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1875, attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk; the same model with variation of decoration is shown in Identifying German Parian Dolls by Mary Krombholz, page 35. Value Points: rarity factors include brown hair, fancy coiffure trim, fancy bodice with Dresden neck ruffle which is particularly rare on ABG models.

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German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Brown Hair and Dresden Bodice Attributed to C.F. Kling 1800/2500 German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Brown Hair and Dresden Bodice Attributed to C.F. Kling 1800/2500

German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Brown Hair and Dresden Bodice Attributed to C.F. Kling 1800/2500

Lot #55 (Sale Order 57 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of lady with elongated throat, brown sculpted hair in elaborately arranged curls and loops, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, pierced ears, elaborate Dresden detail includes pale blue neck ruffle and a criss-cross bodice ruffle that extends around the back over painted magenta "lace", muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, sewn-on stockings and leather boots, antique gown. Condition: generally excellent, few tiny flakes on ruffle. Comments: Germany, circa 1870, attributed to C.F. Kling, circa 1870. Value Points: regal stature is enhanced by exceptional detail of Dresden ruffles.

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German Bisque Lady with Glass Eyes, Decorated Bodice, Attributed to C.F. Kling 1200/1800 German Bisque Lady with Glass Eyes, Decorated Bodice, Attributed to C.F. Kling 1200/1800

German Bisque Lady with Glass Eyes, Decorated Bodice, Attributed to C.F. Kling 1200/1800

Lot #56 (Sale Order 58 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of pale-complexioned lady with light-brown sculpted hair in elaborate arrangement featuring braids, loops and arranged curls with a single Dresden rose at one side, and with an intricately decorated bodice featuring ruffled Dresden collar above a band of gold beads, and with painted magenta and black decorations, cobalt blue glass inset eyes, delicately painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with tiny accented lips, pierced ears, muslin body with bisque lower limbs, painted blue boots. Condition: generally excellent, some flakes on Dresden hair rose. Comments: Germany, attributed to C.F. Kling, circa 1870. Value Points: rarity factors include cobalt glass eyes, light-brown hair color, and elaborately decorated bodice.

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German Bisque Glass-Eyed Lady with Sculpted Hair, Decorated Bodice by C.F. Kling 1200/1700 German Bisque Glass-Eyed Lady with Sculpted Hair, Decorated Bodice by C.F. Kling 1200/1700

German Bisque Glass-Eyed Lady with Sculpted Hair, Decorated Bodice by C.F. Kling 1200/1700

Lot #57 (Sale Order 59 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of oval-faced lady with elongated throat, light-brown sculpted hair arranged with two clusters of finger curls at the forehead that are centered by a Dresden pink hair bow, her hair drawn back from face into loosely coiled and arranged curls, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the tiny lips, sculpted Dresden stand-up ruffled collar edged with a border of gold beading, and with painted blue decorations on the bodice, muslin stitch-jointed body, sewn-on blue kidskin boots. Condition: generally excellent, small restoration to Dresden hair bow. Comments: Germany, attributed to C.F. Kling, circa 1870. Value Points: beautiful lady with rare brown hair in elaborate coiffure, cobalt glass eyes, fancy Dresden bodice.

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French Wooden Chateau Dollhouse, Elevator, Stained Glass Windows and Chapel Turret 8500/11,500 French Wooden Chateau Dollhouse, Elevator, Stained Glass Windows and Chapel Turret 8500/11,500

French Wooden Chateau Dollhouse, Elevator, Stained Glass Windows and Chapel Turret 8500/11,500

Lot #58 (Sale Order 60 of 304)

52" (132 cm.) l. 50"h. 45"d. (all measurements including turret). The uniquely-constructed wooden dollhouse features a mansard roof which hinges open at the top for access to the open attic and which has eight gabled windows. The main house is two-story with four large rooms at the front, and at the back four smaller rooms with two small enclosed porches that disguise small hidden rooms behind them; the rooms feature various details such as draped ceiling, marquetry or tiled flows and paneled interior doors. There is a removable elaborate front with a five-sided balcony on the second floor above a matching columned porch below, each with elaborately-carved railing; the balcony railing edged all around with a tin plant holder, and the porch with a blue and while tiled floor and four elegant columns that support the balcony. The house rests upon a wooden platform designed to appear as basement and with framed basement windows. The front of the house features double-hinged doors on both floors, fronted by railed porch or grillwork, and there are two large double-doors at the left side below wide demi-lune windows. At the back right of the house is a three story five-sided turret with pyramid roof; the turret hinges open to reveal a two story elevator with filigree brass doors and hand-wind mechanism from exterior handle; 15 standing glass windows, each different, line the walls of the turret, and at the third floor is a chapel whose vaulted ceiling has oil-painted designs; a carved wooden altar is at the back wall. Various original furnishings are included. The exterior and much of the interior has original finishes, and is designed in five detachable sections for shipping. French, mid-19th century.

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French Bisque Smiling Poupee, Size G, by Leon Casimir Bru with Fine Original Body 4500/6500 French Bisque Smiling Poupee, Size G, by Leon Casimir Bru with Fine Original Body 4500/6500

French Bisque Smiling Poupee, Size G, by Leon Casimir Bru with Fine Original Body 4500/6500

Lot #59 (Sale Order 61 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, almond-shaped pale blue enamel inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, delicately painted lashes and brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with accent highlights on lips emphasizing the slightly upturned lip corners, pierced ears, original blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with gusset jointing at hips, knees, and elbows, stitched and separated fingers, square-cut collarette. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: G (head) H (shoulder plate). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, his deposed model poupee of 1872. Value Points: beautiful rare size, all-original head, shoulder plate, body and wig, especially sturdy and fresh body, superb painting especially of lips, fine antique costume.

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Petite French Bisque Smiling Poupee, Size B, by Leon Casimir Bru 3000/4000 Petite French Bisque Smiling Poupee, Size B, by Leon Casimir Bru 3000/4000

Petite French Bisque Smiling Poupee, Size B, by Leon Casimir Bru 3000/4000

Lot #60 (Sale Order 62 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, almond-shaped blue glass inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with upturned lip corners as though smiling, accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees, stitched and separated fingers, square-cut collarette, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: B. Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, his deposed smiling poupee model of 1872. Value Points: enchanting petite size of the beloved model with superb bisque, painting, original wig, pate, and body, especially sturdy body.

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Very Beautiful French Bisque Bebe by Schmitt et Fils with Dramatic Eyes 9000/12,000 Very Beautiful French Bisque Bebe by Schmitt et Fils with Dramatic Eyes 9000/12,000

Very Beautiful French Bisque Bebe by Schmitt et Fils with Dramatic Eyes 9000/12,000

Lot #61 (Sale Order 63 of 304)

26" (66 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with pear-shaped face, very full cheeks and throat, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted dark curly lashes, mauve-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between pale shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists and flat-cut derriere. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Sch (in shield on head and bottom of derriere) 6. Comments: Schmitt et Fils, circa 1882. Value Points: especially deep sculpting of features including chin and lip dimples, superb eyes with artistic detail of eye shadow, original body and body finish.

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Beautiful English Poured Wax Child Attributed to Montanari with Original Costume 1100/1600 Beautiful English Poured Wax Child Attributed to Montanari with Original Costume 1100/1600

Beautiful English Poured Wax Child Attributed to Montanari with Original Costume 1100/1600

Lot #62 (Sale Order 64 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Poured wax shoulder head with rosy complexion, blue glass inset eyes in half-moon shape, tinted brows and eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast lips, soft blonde inserted mohair wig, softly stuffed muslin body, poured wax lower arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent, reglue to right leg above the knee. Comments: English, circa 1865, attributed to Montanari. Value Points: most delicate pale rose complexion enhances the delicate demeanor, the doll wears original costume of beautifully embroidered gown, undergarments, cape, silk bonnet, booties, and has old paper tag which reads "Victorian Wax Doll, a gift from Queen Victoria to Geraldine, daughter of Bishop Wilberforce".

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German Musical Clown with Original Costume 300/500 German Musical Clown with Original Costume 300/500

German Musical Clown with Original Costume 300/500

Lot #63 (Sale Order 65 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) The celluloid head doll has blue glass eyes, painted featurs, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, wooden block torso containing musical bellows which, when squeezed, play a merry tune, wooden lower arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: charming musical novelty doll, wears original clown costume and cap.

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Petite German Paper Mache Lady in Original Costume 700/900 Petite German Paper Mache Lady in Original Costume 700/900

Petite German Paper Mache Lady in Original Costume 700/900

Lot #64 (Sale Order 66 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Paper mache shoulder head with oval-shaped face, elongated throat, black painted hair drawn smoothly around her face and over her ears into coiled braided chignon, painted blue eyes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, slender kid body with shapely waist, wooden lower limbs, painted yellow shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1850. Value Points: most appealing sense of refinement in the perfectly poised lady with original finish, rare coiffure, and wearing original costume.

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Rare German Paper Mache Lady with Elaborate Coiffure and Antique Costume 1800/2500 Rare German Paper Mache Lady with Elaborate Coiffure and Antique Costume 1800/2500

Rare German Paper Mache Lady with Elaborate Coiffure and Antique Costume 1800/2500

Lot #65 (Sale Order 67 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Paper mache shoulder head of adult lady with heart-shaped face and elongated throat, black sculpted hair arranged with elaborate pouf curls at each side that center a high honeycomb arrangment of tight braids and curls, muslin stitch-jointed slender body. Condition: generally excellent, some light crazing on back shoulder plate. Comments: Germany, circa 1840. Value Points: very rare model with elaborate detail of coiffure and with original finish, the doll is wearing fine antique linen gown with transfer pattern.

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French Paper Mache Lady Doll, Original Finish and Elaborate Original Costume of Avignon 2000/3000 French Paper Mache Lady Doll, Original Finish and Elaborate Original Costume of Avignon 2000/3000

French Paper Mache Lady Doll, Original Finish and Elaborate Original Costume of Avignon 2000/3000

Lot #66 (Sale Order 68 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Solid domed paper mache shoulder head with black painted pate, painted teal-blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, arched brows, accented nostrils of aquiline nose, closed mouth, black hand-tied human hair wig, pink kid poupee body with shapely limbs, tiny waist, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1840. Value Points: pristine condition with dramatic large eyes, softly blushed cheeks, very sturdy body, original wig, and wearing original multi-layered traditional costume of Avignon, France of beautiful fabrics, laces and accessories.

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Early Porcelain Lady Doll with Blue Interwoven Hair Ribbons Attributed to Schlaggenwald 4500/6500 Early Porcelain Lady Doll with Blue Interwoven Hair Ribbons Attributed to Schlaggenwald 4500/6500

Early Porcelain Lady Doll with Blue Interwoven Hair Ribbons Attributed to Schlaggenwald 4500/6500

Lot #67 (Sale Order 69 of 304)

33" (84 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head, midnight-brown sculpted hair with widow's peak at center forehead, and hair waved softly back into a coiled chignon that is interwoven with blue ribbons, detailed stippling around the forehead, curls tumbling onto her nape, strongly sculpted facial features, dark blue painted eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accent dots at eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips, muslin stitch-jointed body, newer porcelain arms and legs, frail antique silk costume. Condition: generally excellent, tiny firing line at back center sew hole. Comments: Attributed to Schlaggenwald, circa 1850. Value Points: rare grand-sized model with regal presence has superb definition of her temples, chin and cheek bones, modeled bosom and throat hollow, aquiline nose.

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Regal German Porcelain Lady with Rare Coiffure and Fine Feathered Details 900/1300 Regal German Porcelain Lady with Rare Coiffure and Fine Feathered Details 900/1300

Regal German Porcelain Lady with Rare Coiffure and Fine Feathered Details 900/1300

Lot #68 (Sale Order 70 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Thick paste porcelain shoulder head of adult lady with elongated throat, black sculpted hair drawn away from her face into wide pouf-shaped rolled curls at the side with dramatic loop at the back, painted blue eyes, black and red upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with firmly shaped lips, kid arms, antique burgundy costume, undergarments. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: especially fine detail of modeling, especially of rare coiffure, with exquisite detail of feathering around the forehead and sides of head.

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German Porcelain Doll Known as German Porcelain Doll Known as

German Porcelain Doll Known as "Morning Glory Lady" by Schlaggenwald 1100/1500

Lot #69 (Sale Order 71 of 304)

19" (49 cm.) Thick paste pink-tinted porcelain shoulder head of adult lady with oval-shaped face and very elongated throat, black sculpted hair drawn away from face in loosely formed rolls and captured in braided chignon at the back of the head with colorful morning glory flowers decorating each side of the hair just above the sculpted ears, loose curls tumble onto the back shoulders, painted blue upper-glancing eyes, red and black eye liner, one-stroke painted brows, aquiline nose, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, old muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain lower arms, wearing aqua silk gown, undergarments, boots. Condition: generally excellent, few paint rubs on chignon at back of head. Comments: attributed to Schlaggenwald, circa 1850. Value Points: rare doll in very appealing size has superb modeling with regal stature, lovely tinted complexion, rare coiffure.

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Very Rare Exhibition Size of French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier in Superb Costume 8000/12,000 Very Rare Exhibition Size of French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier in Superb Costume 8000/12,000

Very Rare Exhibition Size of French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier in Superb Costume 8000/12,000

Lot #70 (Sale Order 72 of 304)

38" (97 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined and shaded lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 14 (head) 14 F.G. (shoulder plate). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1875. Value Points: the exceptional size of the poupee indicates its creation for exhibition purposes; the poupee has finest quality of bisque and painting, especially beautiful eyes, very sturdy body, and is wearing a superb antique costume.

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German Bisque Doll, Model 123, by Kling with Original Costume 300/500 German Bisque Doll, Model 123, by Kling with Original Costume 300/500

German Bisque Doll, Model 123, by Kling with Original Costume 300/500

Lot #71 (Sale Order 73 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulder head, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, brunette mohair braids, original muslin stitch-jointed body, bisque lower arms and legs, painted grey heeled boots with five black laces. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 123 K (in bell). Comments: C.F. Kling, Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: pretty gentle-faced doll with original body, wig, and wearing original costume, undergarments, bonnet.

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Beautiful French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier with Wooden Articulated Arms 2500/3500 Beautiful French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier with Wooden Articulated Arms 2500/3500

Beautiful French Bisque Poupee by Gaultier with Wooden Articulated Arms 2500/3500

Lot #72 (Sale Order 74 of 304)

15" (30 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, pale blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with shapely torso, gusset jointing at hips and knees, wooden arms with dowel articulation at elbows and wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2. Comments: attributed to Gaultier, circa 1870, Value Points: lovely gentle expression with beautiful bisque, near mint body with wooden articulated arms, lovely antique costume.

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French Bisque Poupee with Rare Gesland Body and Bisque Limbs 3000/4000 French Bisque Poupee with Rare Gesland Body and Bisque Limbs 3000/4000

French Bisque Poupee with Rare Gesland Body and Bisque Limbs 3000/4000

Lot #73 (Sale Order 75 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, blue glass enamel inset eyes with darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, poupee body of padded stockinette over metal armature allowing infinite articulation, bisque lower arms with curled fingers, bisque lower legs with bare feet, fine antique costume and undergarments. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4. Comments: Gaultier with original Gesland body from early Pannier depose, circa 1872. Value Points: rare body model, especially beautiful eyes enhanced by richly painted lashes and brows.

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Wonderful Petite French Bisque Bebe, Size 5/0, by Rabery and Delphieu 5500/7500 Wonderful Petite French Bisque Bebe, Size 5/0, by Rabery and Delphieu 5500/7500

Wonderful Petite French Bisque Bebe, Size 5/0, by Rabery and Delphieu 5500/7500

Lot #74 (Sale Order 76 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with very full cheeks, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, dimpled chin, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, nice antique costume, muff, bonnet, undergarments, shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: R 5/0 D. Comments: Rabery and Delphieu, circa 1878, earliest bebe model by the firm. Value Points: gorgeous petite bebe in rare 5/0 size has original body and body finish, finest bisque and painting.

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Three French All-Bisque Mignonettes in Superb Original Marquis Costumes 1800/3200 Three French All-Bisque Mignonettes in Superb Original Marquis Costumes 1800/3200

Three French All-Bisque Mignonettes in Superb Original Marquis Costumes 1800/3200

Lot #75 (Sale Order 77 of 304)

5" (13 cm.) Each has solid domed bisque swivel head on slender bisque torso, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, cobalt blue glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1882. Value Points: fabulous trio of mignonettes in wonderfully preserved original condition with very elaborate silk Marquis costumes including bicorn hats and gilt edging on costumes and shoes.

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Very Beautiful French Bisque Bebe Brevete by Leon Casimir Bru 14,000/19,000 Very Beautiful French Bisque Bebe Brevete by Leon Casimir Bru 14,000/19,000

Very Beautiful French Bisque Bebe Brevete by Leon Casimir Bru 14,000/19,000

Lot #76 (Sale Order 78 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Pressed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate with modeled bosom and shoulder blades, very plump cheeks, inset brown glass paperweight eyes with spiral threading, thick dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair over cork pate, plump kid bebe body with gusset jointing at hips and knees, curved kid upper arms, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent, body especially sturdy. Marks: 8. Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, his premiere bebe known as Bebe Brevete, circa 1877. Value Points: gorgeous early brown-eyed bebe with superlative eyes and decoration of eyes, very sturdy original body, beautiful perfect bisque hands, fine early rose silk dress with Alencon lace, silk lace-ruffled bonnet, undergarments, leather shoes.

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French Bisque Art Character, 238, by SFBJ in Very Rare Original Costume 3500/5500 French Bisque Art Character, 238, by SFBJ in Very Rare Original Costume 3500/5500

French Bisque Art Character, 238, by SFBJ in Very Rare Original Costume 3500/5500

Lot #77 (Sale Order 79 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head, small brown glass inset eyes, brown brush-stroked brows, painted brown lashes, incised eyeliner, accented nostrils, open mouth with slightly parted lips, tentative smile with dimpled lip corners, row of porcelain teeth, blonde human hair, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 238 Paris 8. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912, a series of military-costumed dolls were presented in the SFBJ 1912 catalog, described as "Sujets de Vitrine", this from "Le Camp de Napoleon" series; their listed price indicates a luxury edition. Value Points: very rare costumed doll with elaborately constructed tailored uniform including hat and sword.

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French Bisque Art Character, 227, by SFBJ with Rare Flocked Hair 1200/1500 French Bisque Art Character, 227, by SFBJ with Rare Flocked Hair 1200/1500

French Bisque Art Character, 227, by SFBJ with Rare Flocked Hair 1200/1500

Lot #78 (Sale Order 80 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, very narrow blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted brown curly lashes and short feathered brows, accented nostrils, slightly open mouth with outlined lips, row of porcelain teeth, flocked auburn hair, French composition and wooden fully jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 227 Paris 4. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912. Value Points: especially fine detail of sculpting especially of laughter wrinkles and dimples, well-preserved flocked hair, original body and body finish.

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French Bisque Art Character, 226, by SFBJ with Great Antique Costume 1200/1700 French Bisque Art Character, 226, by SFBJ with Great Antique Costume 1200/1700

French Bisque Art Character, 226, by SFBJ with Great Antique Costume 1200/1700

Lot #79 (Sale Order 81 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, sculpted light brown boyish hair with forelock curls, inset brown glass eyes in almond shape, brown painted curly lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 226 Paris 6. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912, from their art character series. Value Points: especially fine quality of sculpting and bisque, impressed cheek and chin dimples, original body and body finish, antique smock, cap, undergarments, black stockings and black leather shoes.

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Pretty French Bisque Bebe Triste by Emile Jumeau, Size 10 9000/12,000 Pretty French Bisque Bebe Triste by Emile Jumeau, Size 10 9000/12,000

Pretty French Bisque Bebe Triste by Emile Jumeau, Size 10 9000/12,000

Lot #80 (Sale Order 82 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with very full cheeks and chin, brown glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body, wearing good antique burgundy woolen coat and shirt, lace details, Scottish tam, signed Jumeau shoes. Condition: generally excellent, restoration on right earlobe. Marks: 10 (head) Bebe Jumeau Diplome d'Honneur (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, his unique model sculpted by Carrier-Belleuse, circa 1885. Value Points: especially poignant expression with very full cheek modeling, entrancing eyes.

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German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Art Character by Gebruder Heubach 800/1200 German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Art Character by Gebruder Heubach 800/1200

German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Art Character by Gebruder Heubach 800/1200

Lot #81 (Sale Order 83 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque socket head with brown complexion, intaglio brown painted eyes with large black pupils, white eye dots, black upper eyeliner, closed mouth with coral-shaded lips, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, wig pulls to brown complexion at crown rim. Marks: 6969 Germany 2 Heubach (sunburst). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, Germany, circa 1912. Value Points: rare model especially with brown complexion, original body and body finish.

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German Bisque Portrait of Native American, Model 244, by Bahr and Proschild 700/1100 German Bisque Portrait of Native American, Model 244, by Bahr and Proschild 700/1100

German Bisque Portrait of Native American, Model 244, by Bahr and Proschild 700/1100

Lot #82 (Sale Order 84 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome, sienna complexion, brown glass inset eyes, black painted brows and lashes, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, russet-brown mohair wig in long braids, five-piece sienna composition body with painted yellow shoes, original (frail) costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 244 0. Comments: Bahr and Proschild, circa 1890. Value Points: artful strong sculpting of features especially of strong nose and jawline, original body and body finish.

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Rare German Brown-Complexioned Character, 7647, by Gebruder Heubach 800/1200 Rare German Brown-Complexioned Character, 7647, by Gebruder Heubach 800/1200

Rare German Brown-Complexioned Character, 7647, by Gebruder Heubach 800/1200

Lot #83 (Sale Order 85 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque shoulder head with rich brown complexion, sculpted black curly hair with forelock detail, intaglio brown side-glancing eyes, black short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth in laughing expression, coral shaded lips with decorative glaze, brown muslin body, composition forearms, wearing antique green silk costume with embroidered detail. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 3 7647 Heubach (sunburst) Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910. Value Points: rare model with very deep sculpting, fine flawless complexion.

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Rare German Bisque Art Portrait of Native American by Gebruder Heubach 3500/4500 Rare German Bisque Art Portrait of Native American by Gebruder Heubach 3500/4500

Rare German Bisque Art Portrait of Native American by Gebruder Heubach 3500/4500

Lot #84 (Sale Order 86 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulder head with light-brown complexion depicting an aged woman with deeply impressed age lines, tiny blue intaglio eyes with heavy lids, strong nose, painted brown brows, closed mouth with downcast lips, prominently sculpted strong cheekbones and jowls, brown human hair wig, original brown muslin body, composition lower arms, wearing antique felt flannel and kidskin costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Heubach (square) 9847 Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910, the doll is said to portray Princess Angeline (1811-1896), the eldest daughter and last living descendant of the great Suquamish Chief Seattle whose poignant story has been related in several books; the doll is a precisely accurate rendition of actual photographs taken during her final years. Value Points: rare art character doll, a most unusual subject for the Heubach firm ranks among their finest models in terms of exceptional sculpting and very fine painting and complexion.

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Fine German Bisque Art Character, Model 1303, Native American by Simon and Halbig 6500/8500 Fine German Bisque Art Character, Model 1303, Native American by Simon and Halbig 6500/8500

Fine German Bisque Art Character, Model 1303, Native American by Simon and Halbig 6500/8500

Lot #85 (Sale Order 87 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head with rich sienna complexion enhanced by subtle blushing accents, brown glass sleep eyes, original mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, black brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with firmly set accented lips, black mohair wig, sienna-complexioned composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique flannel and woolen costume. Condition: generally excellent, some body finish retouch. Marks: 1303 S&H Germany 10. Comments: Simon and Halbig, the rare 1303 model was made in several variations including both sienna and white complexions, and painted or glass eyes. Value Points: rare large size with rare glass eyes and original mohair lashes, flawless complexion and absolutely superior quality of sculpted facial features with furrowed lines around the nose bridge, eye corners, and mouth.

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Bisque Lady for the French Market in Superb Original Costume of Brittany 900/1300 Bisque Lady for the French Market in Superb Original Costume of Brittany 900/1300

Bisque Lady for the French Market in Superb Original Costume of Brittany 900/1300

Lot #86 (Sale Order 88 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, French composition body with jointing at shoulders, elbows and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1159 Germany Halbig S&H 6. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890, for the French market. Value Points: fine quality of bisque and painting, with original wig, lashes, body, body finish, and wearing very finely detailed traditional costume of Brittany, including lace coiffe.

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French Loterie in Box 3000/4000 French Loterie in Box 3000/4000

French Loterie in Box 3000/4000

Lot #87 (Sale Order 89 of 304)

21" (53 cm.) x 18" closed. A wooden sloped roof carnival stall hinges open at the front to reveal a fitted arcade interior centered by a bisque-headed man with painted hair. The pinball works and allows the player to "win" a prize from among the 39 miniature toys, dolls and novelties that are arranged on the back walls. To the left is arranged a revolving wheel with center doll that directs the roulette activity; there are an additional nine prizes that could be won at this point. At the right is a wooden pin arrangement with tossing metal ball, and on the doors are arranged wooden number sticks and 18 additional prizes. The doors and back of stall are labelled "Les Jeux Forains" (the carnival games). The toy is extremely rare to find in any condition; this example is preserved in pristine unplayed with condition. French, circa 1885.

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French Bisque Doll as Polichinelle with Superb Original Costume 900/1400 French Bisque Doll as Polichinelle with Superb Original Costume 900/1400

French Bisque Doll as Polichinelle with Superb Original Costume 900/1400

Lot #88 (Sale Order 90 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass eyes, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips, and with characteristic humps at front and back torso. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: dep. Comments: for the French market, circa 1895. Value Points: perfectly preserved, the doll wears his factory-original silk Polichinelle costume with matching bow-trimmed shoes and bicorn hat, and elaborate lace, metallic gilt and brass bell trim.

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Fabulous Grand-Sized German Glass-Eyed Rolly-Dolly Clown  1100/1600 Fabulous Grand-Sized German Glass-Eyed Rolly-Dolly Clown  1100/1600

Fabulous Grand-Sized German Glass-Eyed Rolly-Dolly Clown 1100/1600

Lot #89 (Sale Order 91 of 304)

28" (71 cm.) Of paper mache, with swivel head, blue glass inset eyes, painted facial features including beaming smile and impressed laughter dimples, the clown has a sculpted tiny top hat set askance on his bald pate, and has delightfully rotund body with 44" waist diameter, painted and sculpted costume, and with sculpted hands clasping his ample waist. Condition: generally excellent, some minor fading. Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: extremely rare grand sized rolly-dolly, whose other rarity factors include glass eyes and swivel head.

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German Musical Hand-Wind German Musical Hand-Wind

German Musical Hand-Wind "Clown Drummer and Performing Poodles" Zinner and Sohne 1800/2500

Lot #90 (Sale Order 92 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) l. 15" h. Arranged upon a wooden platform with decorative paper cover is an amusing scene of a bisque doll costumed as a jester with attached drum, holding drumsticks in hands, along with a poodle balanced upon a wooden stool and another poodle attached to an acrobatic platform. The doll has blue glass eyes, open mouth and long mohair wig. When wound, music plays, the boy beats the drum, the larger dog turns a string which activates the jumping apparatus of the smaller dog. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to Zinner and Sohne, circa 1890. Value Points: wonderfully intricate movements are enchantingly performed to merry tunes on the rare hand-wind vignette.

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French Paper Mache Clown with Wonderful Original Costume 600/900 French Paper Mache Clown with Wonderful Original Costume 600/900

French Paper Mache Clown with Wonderful Original Costume 600/900

Lot #91 (Sale Order 93 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Solid domed paper mache socket head with highly characterized features, painted ochre complexion highlighted by colorful clown decorations, painted upper-glancing eyes, closed mouth with smiling expression and row of painted teeth, painted orange cap, five-piece paper mache body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1900. Value Points: so rare to find in this fine original state, with delightful expression and whimsical costume having feathers and pom-poms on head and cotton costume with scenes of performing clowns

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Wonderful German Handwind Toy Wonderful German Handwind Toy

Wonderful German Handwind Toy "Children on Parade" Attributed to Zinner & Sohne 1100/1700

Lot #92 (Sale Order 94 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) l. 11" h. Arranged upon a wooden platform with decorative paper covers are two bisque-headed children, one being a black-complexioned child standing behind a large parade drum on platform, and the other being a child with decorated clown face, seated on a wooden stool and holding a faux accordion. Each doll has well-sculpted features with artistic painting, wooden block torso and wooden lower limbs, wearing (frail) original silk costume. When wound, the black child claps the cymbals atop the drum, and the clown child "plays" the accordion, while music gaily plays. Condition: generally excellent, music and motion function well. Comments: attributed to Zinner & Sohne, circa 1890. Value Points: delightful vignette with amusing actions, original state of preservation, rare bisque character faces.

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German Black-Complexioned Bisque Character with Bellows Cymbals 700/1000 German Black-Complexioned Bisque Character with Bellows Cymbals 700/1000

German Black-Complexioned Bisque Character with Bellows Cymbals 700/1000

Lot #93 (Sale Order 95 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Black-complexioned bisque head with flanged neck, sculpted short black curly hair, brown painted eyes in deeply set sockets, broad nose, closed mouth with full lips, bellows in torso which cause the doll to clap its hands when squeezed, wooden lower arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 6. Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1890, mystery maker. Value Points: rare highly characterized model with flawless bisque, rich complexion, rare body and with original costume, along with high wooden stool.

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German Bisque Clown with Rare Features Riding a Wheeled Bear 900/1400 German Bisque Clown with Rare Features Riding a Wheeled Bear 900/1400

German Bisque Clown with Rare Features Riding a Wheeled Bear 900/1400

Lot #94 (Sale Order 96 of 304)

12" (28 cm.) l. 13" h. Seated upon a flannel-covered paper mache bear with brown glass eyes, leather harness and metal wheels is a bisque-headed clown with sculpted hat and fantastical modeling of ears, painted blue eyes, painted clown decorations, closed mouth with beaming smile with row of painted teeth, wooden lower arms and legs, painted boots, original costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A G (or 0) 3 (doll) Germany (bottom of bear foot). Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: charming toy with highly characterized facial expression, including unusual ears; the presentation on bear is all original, as is the costume.

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Early English Carved Wooden Doll, Enamel Eyes and Early Costume and Wooden Box 9000/12,000 Early English Carved Wooden Doll, Enamel Eyes and Early Costume and Wooden Box 9000/12,000

Early English Carved Wooden Doll, Enamel Eyes and Early Costume and Wooden Box 9000/12,000

Lot #95 (Sale Order 97 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Carved wooden head and torso, bedpost-shaped head, elongated throat, shapely front torso, flat black torso, inset blue enamel eyes, defined pointy nose, painted thin line lashes and eyeliner, closed mouth, blush-spot cheeks, cloth hand-stitched arms and legs, hand-stitched kid lower arms. Condition: original painted finish is well-preserved, kiss-rubs on nose tip and lips. Comments: English, circa 1789. Value Points: rare large luxury size with fine original finish, remnants of original wig under original lace and silk cap, original undergarments including pocket purse, early transfer-print gown, hand-stitched painted kidskin slippers, and with original storage box. Acquired from the collection of the late English author Kay Desmond.

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Magnificent English Baby Bed with Carved Roses and Scenic Panel 1200/1600 Magnificent English Baby Bed with Carved Roses and Scenic Panel 1200/1600

Magnificent English Baby Bed with Carved Roses and Scenic Panel 1200/1600

Lot #96 (Sale Order 98 of 304)

48" (122 cm.) h. 48"l. 26"w. Of finely-grained mahogany with inlay panels of exotic fruitwood, the Hepplewhite baby bed is decorated with a crest of fully-carved roses and petals, which is repeated in a wide garland below a large oval-shaped painting. There is further carving of roses on the exterior foot board, and on each exterior side, and the bed is nicely fitted with blankets and pillows. Generally excellent. English, early 1800s, a splendid and luxurious furnishing.

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Rare German Porcelain Two-Faced Doll Depicting the Ages of Women 900/1200 Rare German Porcelain Two-Faced Doll Depicting the Ages of Women 900/1200

Rare German Porcelain Two-Faced Doll Depicting the Ages of Women 900/1200

Lot #97 (Sale Order 99 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head with two different faces that are separated by a sculpted black bonnet brim, one face depicting a kindly featured older woman with sculpted brown hair, deeply wizened features with pronounced age lines, painted blue eyes, closed mouth with smiling expression; the other face depicting a black-haired child with stippled details of forehead bangs, painted features, blue downcast eyes, closed mouth; on muslin stitch-jointed body with porcelain limbs, antique costume with two front sides so doll can be displayed with either face forward. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1885, the doll depicts "the ages of women". Value Points: rare model with superb modeling and painting.

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German Porcelain Lady Doll with Cobalt Blue Eyes 300/500 German Porcelain Lady Doll with Cobalt Blue Eyes 300/500

German Porcelain Lady Doll with Cobalt Blue Eyes 300/500

Lot #98 (Sale Order 100 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head of adult lady with heart-shaped face, black sculpted hair waved from face into loosely captured curls, and with pageboy curl at the back held by black band, cobalt blue glass inset eyes, painted red eyeliner and brows, aquiline nose, closed mouth, blushed cheeks, old muslin stitch-jointed body with stitch-defined fingers, nicely costumed in black silk and lace. Condition: very faint old hairline extends horizontally across eyes into hair. Comments: Germany, circa 1850. Value Points: rare glass eyes, very expressive portrait-like features, rare coiffure.

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Three German Porcelain Dolls with Rare Lithographed-Print Bodies 300/500 Three German Porcelain Dolls with Rare Lithographed-Print Bodies 300/500

Three German Porcelain Dolls with Rare Lithographed-Print Bodies 300/500

Lot #99 (Sale Order 101 of 304)

8" (20 cm.) -17", Each has porcelain shoulder head with sculpted black or blonde short curly hair, painted facial features, closed mouth, one with gilt letter name "Florence" on sculpted bodice, and each with original stuffed muslin body with lithographed designs, original porcelain lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent, few cloth repairs to body of smallest. Comments: attributed to Hertwig, circa 1890. Value Points: included are bodies with alphabet design, flag designs, and toy designs.

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Rare German Porcelain Black-Complexioned Doll with Sculpted Gold Earrings 300/500 Rare German Porcelain Black-Complexioned Doll with Sculpted Gold Earrings 300/500

Rare German Porcelain Black-Complexioned Doll with Sculpted Gold Earrings 300/500

Lot #100 (Sale Order 102 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head with ebony-black complexion, sculpted short tightly curled hair, sculpted gold earrings, painted facial features, inset deep eyes, coral mouth, muslin stitch-jointed body, black bisque lower limbs, antique gown, undergarments, stitched-on leather high laced boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1885. Value Points: fine luminous complexion enhances the deeply sculpted features, original body, rare earrings.

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Wonderful Grand German Porcelain Doll with Brown Glass Eyes 1800/2500 Wonderful Grand German Porcelain Doll with Brown Glass Eyes 1800/2500

Wonderful Grand German Porcelain Doll with Brown Glass Eyes 1800/2500

Lot #101 (Sale Order 103 of 304)

28" (71 cm.) Thick paste porcelain shoulder head with plump facial shape, sculpted short black curly hair with wide center part and deeply defined scalloped-edge curls, brown glass inset eyes, red upper eyeliner, painted all-around lashes, brush-stroked brows, circle accents at nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line between the very full lips, old muslin stitch-jointed body with leather arms, fine antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1860. Value Points: rarity factors include grand size, brown glass eyes, well-defined coiffure.

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Spanish Wooden Furnished Dollhouse with Chapel and Center Stairwell 7500/9500 Spanish Wooden Furnished Dollhouse with Chapel and Center Stairwell 7500/9500

Spanish Wooden Furnished Dollhouse with Chapel and Center Stairwell 7500/9500

Lot #102 (Sale Order 104 of 304)

45" (114 cm.) x 37" x 17". The cabinet two-story doll house with three-opening walls at the front has faux-brick siding on the exterior upper walls and natural wood finish below and on the sides. There is a center paneled double door entrance and five double center-hinged window-doors with balcony or protective grill. The second floor center window has a decorative tile border. Inside are four large rooms, including chapel, kitchen, bedroom, and parlor, each elaborately furnished with period pieces and accessories; the chapel includes both the altar and a series of pews. Chandeliers hang in each room as well as the center stairwell which has a beautiful spindled railing. Excellent and well-preserved condition. Spanish, mid-1900s.

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Fine and Rare German Bisque Glass-Eyed Lady Doll with Sculpted Cap and Necklace 1200/1500 Fine and Rare German Bisque Glass-Eyed Lady Doll with Sculpted Cap and Necklace 1200/1500

Fine and Rare German Bisque Glass-Eyed Lady Doll with Sculpted Cap and Necklace 1200/1500

Lot #103 (Sale Order 105 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of lady with elongated throat, sculpted short blonde curly hair beneath a blue sculpted cap with sculpted ruffled edge, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, sculpted pierced ears, sculpted blue ruffled collar with faux cameo, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: rarity factors include sculpted cap and neck ruffle, jewelry, and glass eyes.

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German Bisque Lady, Bodice and Applied Hair Decorations, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1100/1500 German Bisque Lady, Bodice and Applied Hair Decorations, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1100/1500

German Bisque Lady, Bodice and Applied Hair Decorations, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1100/1500

Lot #104 (Sale Order 106 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with blonde sculpted hair waved loosely from her face and captured in a wide loop at the back held by a wide black hair band, with two drilled holes at the crown for insertion of alien hair ornament, fully sculpted pierced ears, blue glass inset eyes, pronounced black eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, sculpted white loosely draped shawl with scalloped edging at the bodice, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk, circa 1870. Value Points: rarity factors include distinctive coiffure, glass eyes and fancy bodice.

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German Bisque Doll, Sculpted Coiffe, Glass Eyes, Model 996, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 3500/5500 German Bisque Doll, Sculpted Coiffe, Glass Eyes, Model 996, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 3500/5500

German Bisque Doll, Sculpted Coiffe, Glass Eyes, Model 996, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 3500/5500

Lot #105 (Sale Order 107 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with sculpted white cap that encloses the entire back of head and forms into scarf points at the front throat, with a coronet of sculpted lavender ruffles at the crown, sculpted blonde hair, blue glass inset eyes, black eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather lower arms, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 996 # 8. Comments: Alt, Beck and Gottschalk, circa 1880. Value Points: few examples of the very rare model are known to exist, the rarity of the sculpted coiffe is enhanced by glass eyes, and superb sculpting.

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German Bisque Lady, Sculpted Charlotte Bonnet, Model 908, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1200/1800 German Bisque Lady, Sculpted Charlotte Bonnet, Model 908, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1200/1800

German Bisque Lady, Sculpted Charlotte Bonnet, Model 908, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1200/1800

Lot #106 (Sale Order 108 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with plump face turned slightly downward and to the side, blonde sculpted hair arranged with flowing curls on the right side, and a loosely woven braid on the left, topped by a sculpted pale blue Charlotte cap, blue painted eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, kid pin-jointed body, bisque lower arms, beautiful antique gown, undergarments. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 908 N 10. Comments: Alt, Beck and Gottschalk, circa 1880. Value Points: rarity of the model is enhanced further by its most appealing gentle expression, most unusual hair style.

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Petite French Sedan Chair with Depose Markings and Cherub Designs 300/600 Petite French Sedan Chair with Depose Markings and Cherub Designs 300/600

Petite French Sedan Chair with Depose Markings and Cherub Designs 300/600

Lot #107 (Sale Order 109 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) A wooden-framed sedan chair with embossed and decorated tin sides and door, features beveled glass windows and rich designs of cherubs and garlands, silk-lined interior with seat shelf. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Brevete SGDG Modele Depose (underside). Comments: French, circa 1890. Value Points: luxury accessory with wonderfully detailed designs.

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All-Original German All-Bisque Miniature Doll 700/900 All-Original German All-Bisque Miniature Doll 700/900

All-Original German All-Bisque Miniature Doll 700/900

Lot #108 (Sale Order 110 of 304)

6" (15 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, blue glass sleep eyes, painted features, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, delicately painted lashes, closed mouth with center accent line, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted white stockings with black one-strap shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: most endearing facial expression, the little wistful child wears superb blue silk dress with lace trim, fancy matching bonnet, lace-edged undergarments.

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Pair, German Bisque Miniature Dolls in Original Matching Brother and Sister Costumes 300/500 Pair, German Bisque Miniature Dolls in Original Matching Brother and Sister Costumes 300/500

Pair, German Bisque Miniature Dolls in Original Matching Brother and Sister Costumes 300/500

Lot #109 (Sale Order 111 of 304)

5" (13 cm.) Each has bisque shoulder head with blonde sculpted hair and painted facial features, bright blue eyes, closed mouth, muslin body, painted bisque arms and legs, painted white stockings and black shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: rare to find this pair with wonderful original early velvet costumes with braid and silk trim.

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French Bisque Bebe A.T., Size 5, by Andre Thuillier with All-Wooden Articulated Body 20,000/30,000 French Bisque Bebe A.T., Size 5, by Andre Thuillier with All-Wooden Articulated Body 20,000/30,000

French Bisque Bebe A.T., Size 5, by Andre Thuillier with All-Wooden Articulated Body 20,000/30,000

Lot #110 (Sale Order 112 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with very full and elongated cheeks, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading, thick dark eyeliner, delicately painted curly lashes, mauve-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and multi-feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with heart-shaped upper lip, shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French all-wooden fully articulated body with dowel jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips, knees and ankles. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A 5 T (head) N1C28 (incised upper back torso). Comments: Andre Thuillier, circa 1882, with rare deposed articulated bebe body. Value Points: classic and desirable facial model by Thuillier is perfectly achieved in this example, with superior quality of painting especially around the eyes and mouth, original rare body, early (frail, probably original) ivory satin dress, undergarments, aqua knit stockings, leather shoes, and aqua and green velvet and silk bonnet.

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Fine French Bisque Art Characters, 236, Size 0, by SFBJ in All-Original Trousseau Box 1700/2600 Fine French Bisque Art Characters, 236, Size 0, by SFBJ in All-Original Trousseau Box 1700/2600

Fine French Bisque Art Characters, 236, Size 0, by SFBJ in All-Original Trousseau Box 1700/2600

Lot #111 (Sale Order 113 of 304)

8" (20 cm.) doll. 12" x 10" box. A glass-fronted box with decorative paper covers and gilt edging displays a bisque-head doll with blue glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed smiling mouth, two beaded upper teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition bent limb baby body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 236 Paris 0 (doll). Comments: SFBJ, circa 1910, the presentation box was commissioned for a luxury Parisian store such as Au Nain Bleu. Value Points: in near mint unplayed with condition, the rare size 0 doll wears fine muslin and lace baby dress and bonnet, and has additional bonnets, bibs, jacket, and accessories of fine white pique, along with little toys still arranged in the original box.

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All-Original French Mechanical Toy Little Girl Pulling Cart with Sister Roullet & Decamps 1800/2800 All-Original French Mechanical Toy Little Girl Pulling Cart with Sister Roullet & Decamps 1800/2800

All-Original French Mechanical Toy Little Girl Pulling Cart with Sister Roullet & Decamps 1800/2800

Lot #112 (Sale Order 114 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) h. 14" overall length. A bisque-head girl with blue glass eyes, mohair lashes, painted features, open mouth, row of porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, carton torso, metal upper arms and legs, composition lower limbs, is holding the wooden rods of a two-wheeled farm cart upon which is seated her little sister having bisque head, blue glass eyes, open mouth, four teeth, blonde mohair wig, wooden block torso, composition lower limbs. When wound, the larger doll moves her legs forward, alternately, as though walking and, thus, pulling the cart. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Roullet & Decamps, Paris, circa 1890, with original bisque heads from Simon and Halbig and Schoneau & Hoffmeister. Value Points: wonderfully preserved enchanting toy, the little girls with luxury original wigs, and costumes.

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All-Original French Bisque Bebe, Size 7, by Emile Jumeau with Gold Signed Jumeau Shoes 6000/8500 All-Original French Bisque Bebe, Size 7, by Emile Jumeau with Gold Signed Jumeau Shoes 6000/8500

All-Original French Bisque Bebe, Size 7, by Emile Jumeau with Gold Signed Jumeau Shoes 6000/8500

Lot #113 (Sale Order 115 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque socket head, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined and shaded 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 7 (head) Bebe Jumeau Diplome d'Honneur (torso). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: beautiful creamy bisque and artistic painting, the bebe wears original Jumeau couturier aqua silk dress designed in the atelier of Ernestine Jumeau, and has original matched undergarments (marked 7), original wig (marked 7), original earrings, bonnet, aqua knit stockings and aqua kidskin shoes with gilt lettering "Bebe Jumeau".

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German Bisque Lady Doll with Exquisite Coiffure and Sculpted Jewelry by Conta & Bohne 1200/1600 German Bisque Lady Doll with Exquisite Coiffure and Sculpted Jewelry by Conta & Bohne 1200/1600

German Bisque Lady Doll with Exquisite Coiffure and Sculpted Jewelry by Conta & Bohne 1200/1600

Lot #114 (Sale Order 116 of 304)

25" (64 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with oval face and elongated throat, black sculpted hair with vertical curls at the forehead, then brushed backward into a fanlike arrangement of eight horizontal arranged curls at the crown and back of head, held by a gilt-edged blue hair band, partially sculpted pierced ears, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, black single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with primly set lips, painted blue necklace ribbon with defined bow at the back, pendant outline designed for placement of alien decoration, muslin stitch-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Conta and Bohne, circa 1870. Value Points: superb detail of sculpted coiffure in very unusual style, enhanced by details such as feathering around the face, rare jewelry.

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German Bisque Lady Doll as Blonde-Haired Variant of #114, by Conta and Bohne 600/900 German Bisque Lady Doll as Blonde-Haired Variant of #114, by Conta and Bohne 600/900

German Bisque Lady Doll as Blonde-Haired Variant of #114, by Conta and Bohne 600/900

Lot #115 (Sale Order 117 of 304)

25" (64 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with oval face and elongated throat, pale blonde sculpted hair with vertical curls at the forehead, then brushed backward into a fanlike arrangement of eight horizontal arranged curls at the crown and back of head, held by a gilt-edged blue hair band, partially sculpted ears, painted blue upper-glancing eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, brown single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with primly set lips, painted blue necklace ribbon with defined bow at the back, pendant outline designed for placement of alien decoration, muslin stitch-jointed body with carved wooden lower arms and legs, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, some fading of blue decorations. Comments: Conta and Bohne, circa 1870. Value Points: intriguing variation of the preceding lot.

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German Bisque Doll as Gentleman with Sculpted Brown Hair 400/600 German Bisque Doll as Gentleman with Sculpted Brown Hair 400/600

German Bisque Doll as Gentleman with Sculpted Brown Hair 400/600

Lot #116 (Sale Order 118 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with sculpted short brown hair in side part and arranged curls, painted blue downcast eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth, sculpted shirt with bowtie decorated with blue dots and gilt accents, old muslin body, bisque lower limbs, painted brown ankle boots, wearing gentleman's silk smoking jacket with embroidery, trousers. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: very fine detail of hair sculpting, rare brown hair color.

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German Bisque Lady Doll, Brown Sculpted Hair, Fancy Necklace, Model 4 N 5, C.F. Kling 1800/2300 German Bisque Lady Doll, Brown Sculpted Hair, Fancy Necklace, Model 4 N 5, C.F. Kling 1800/2300

German Bisque Lady Doll, Brown Sculpted Hair, Fancy Necklace, Model 4 N 5, C.F. Kling 1800/2300

Lot #117 (Sale Order 119 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of adult lady with oval-shaped face and elongated throat, light-brown sculpted hair arranged with small curls onto her forehead, rolled curls across the crown that are captured into a loosely woven chignon at back and fall into tumbling curls low onto her shoulders, pierced sculpted ears, painted features, blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, painted lashes, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, antique firmly stuffed muslin body, kid arms, antique gown. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4 N 5. Comments: C.F. Kling, circa 1870. Value Points: very beautiful lady whose rarity points include maker's signature, brown hair in superb and rare coiffure, and sculpted and painted necklace with fancy ribbon, gold links and blue stone medallion.

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German Bisque Doll Having Sculpted Brown Hair with Elaborate Blue Hair Ribbons 2200/3200 German Bisque Doll Having Sculpted Brown Hair with Elaborate Blue Hair Ribbons 2200/3200

German Bisque Doll Having Sculpted Brown Hair with Elaborate Blue Hair Ribbons 2200/3200

Lot #118 (Sale Order 120 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of lady with oval face and elongated throat, sculpted light-brown hair waved away from face in voluminous poufs and braids that are interwoven with elaborate sculpted blue hair ribbons edged with gold, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, muslin body, bisque lower limbs, painted black flat shoes, fine antique gown, undergarments. Condition: bisque is excellent, new muslin body (limbs are antique with chip on toe of one foot). Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: very rare coiffure with sought-after brown hair, elaborate style, and superb hair ribbons.

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Rare American Earthenware Doll Rare American Earthenware Doll

Rare American Earthenware Doll "Liberty" with Sculpted Hat 600/900

Lot #119 (Sale Order 121 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Earthenware shoulder head with very rosy glazed complexion, depicting young boy with sculpted brown hair beneath a sculpted hat with red banding, blue feather, and lettered "Liberty" on the brim, painted blue collar with stars decoration, painted blue eyes, painted lower lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, muslin body, earthenware hands, wearing vintage Stars and Stripes costume that is likely original. Condition: excellent except small one-piece reglue at bottom of back shoulder plate. Marks: Made USA. Comments: American, maker unknown, early 20th century. Value Points: very rare Liberty Boy; the doll has a blue ribbon award from 1973 UFDC convention.

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German Bisque Googly Depicting Uncle Sam by Max Handwerck 2000/3000 German Bisque Googly Depicting Uncle Sam by Max Handwerck 2000/3000

German Bisque Googly Depicting Uncle Sam by Max Handwerck 2000/3000

Lot #120 (Sale Order 122 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with sculpted grey top hat having blue band decorated with stars, brown hair peeking from beneath the hat, blue glass side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth in impish smile, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, Uncle Sam style costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Dep Elite U.S. 1. Comments: Max Handwerck, circa 1916, from the firm's series of Elite googlies with various sculpted hats. Value Points: rare little patriotic googly with wonderfully sculpted hat and smiling expression.

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German Bisque Portrait of Admiral Dewey by Dressel with Rare Painted Eyes 2000/3000 German Bisque Portrait of Admiral Dewey by Dressel with Rare Painted Eyes 2000/3000

German Bisque Portrait of Admiral Dewey by Dressel with Rare Painted Eyes 2000/3000

Lot #121 (Sale Order 123 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head depicting adult man with slender face, firmly sculpted jaw and cheek bones, aquiline nose, painted brown hair around the ears, cut pate, intaglio brown eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, thickly sculpted grey brows with comb marked details, closed mouth, very thick and full grey sculpted moustache, five-piece paper mache body with painted boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Dressel, their portrait of Admiral Dewey from their historical heroes of US series, circa 1892. Value Points: the rare doll is in superb original condition with elaborately ornamented original costume, epaulets, sword, and has rare painted eyes.

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German Bisque "George Washington on His Horse" Candy Container 2000/3000

Lot #122 (Sale Order 124 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) h. 12". Seated upon a flannel-covered paper mache horse with painted spots, amber glass eyes and flannel saddle blanket is a bisque-head doll depicting George Washington, having painted facial features, deep blue eyes, closed mouth, white mohair wig, wooden block torso, hands and black boots, and wearing original flannel costume with tricorn hat. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: rare candy container made for the American market; the horse's head removes for access to the candy container interior.

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German Bisque Portrait of Uncle Sam by Cuno and Otto Dressel in Original Costume 1200/1500 German Bisque Portrait of Uncle Sam by Cuno and Otto Dressel in Original Costume 1200/1500

German Bisque Portrait of Uncle Sam by Cuno and Otto Dressel in Original Costume 1200/1500

Lot #123 (Sale Order 125 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head portraying a kindly older gentleman, having deeply chiseled age wrinkles, prominent nose and chin, cheek bones and wide beaming smile, brown glass inset eyes, thickly sculpted brows, red accents on age wrinkles, accented closed mouth, white mohair wig, composition fully jointed Sonneberg body, wearing Uncle Sam costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 5. Comments: Cuno and Otto Dressel, circa 1895, from their series of American heroes. Value Points: rare large model allowing full capture of detailed character features, choice bisque and painting, original costume.

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French Bisque "Mon Tresor" Polichinelle in Grand Size, Original Costume, Bisque Hands 2000/3000

Lot #124 (Sale Order 126 of 304)

26" (66 cm.) including hat. The bisque-head Polichinelle has blue glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, shaded lips, four teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, bisque hands, wooden lower legs and feet with distinctive curved shoes, excelsior-filled body, and is wearing sewn-on elaborate silk costume of burgundy and ivory silk satin with metallic and lace trim, silk ribbons, brass bells, and well-formed signature Polichinelle humps at front and back torso. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Mon Tresor 27. Comments: French, circa 1895. Value Points: wonderful grand size of the popular 19th century theatre figure accentuated by superbly detailed original costume, shoes, and hat, rare bisque hands.

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French Mechanical Toy French Mechanical Toy

French Mechanical Toy "Child on Swing" 800/1200

Lot #125 (Sale Order 127 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) h. and l. Arranged upon a paper-decorated wooden platform with wheeled base is a standing bisque doll who is holding the rope attached to the wooden swing upon which is seated another bisque doll. Each doll has blue glass inset eyes, painted features, closed mouth, mohair wig, wooden block torso, wooden arms and legs and is wearing factory original costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 6/0 (doll). Comments: for the French market, circa 1890, when pulled along, the standing boy turns his head side to side and pulls the rope, while the child on swing clasps the side and swings back and forth. Value Points: amusing toy with charming action and presence.

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French Bisque Bebe Bru Jne R, Size 3, with Original Costume 3500/5500 French Bisque Bebe Bru Jne R, Size 3, with Original Costume 3500/5500

French Bisque Bebe Bru Jne R, Size 3, with Original Costume 3500/5500

Lot #126 (Sale Order 128 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, brush-stroked fringed brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, baby finger broken. Marks: Bru JneR 3. Comments: Maison Bru, Girard epoch, circa 1895. Value Points: the little lad has original body, body finish, wig, and wears original mariner costume of red cotton.

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Beautiful French Bisque Bebe with Mystery Markings Beautiful French Bisque Bebe with Mystery Markings

Beautiful French Bisque Bebe with Mystery Markings "G" 2800/3800

Lot #127 (Sale Order 129 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted dark lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body, lovely antique silk dress with lace bonnet and apron, undergarments, socks and shoes. Condition: generally excellent, original roughness around inside crown rim under cork. Marks: G. Comments: French, mystery maker, circa 1890. Value Points: rare model, the delicate bisque beautifully contrasted by dramatic eye decoration, original body and body finish.

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An All-Original French Bisque Bebe Bru with Signed Bru Shoes 6500/8500 An All-Original French Bisque Bebe Bru with Signed Bru Shoes 6500/8500

An All-Original French Bisque Bebe Bru with Signed Bru Shoes 6500/8500

Lot #128 (Sale Order 130 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French carved wooden articulated body with shapely legs, jointing at shoulders, elbows, wrists, and hips, original composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Bru Jne 3 (head) Bebe Bru No. 3 (body). Comments: the Bebe Bru with hollowed wooden body was introduced in 1887, and made for a few years only. Value Points: rare and all-original doll with lovely bisque and painting, original wig, body with original finish, and wearing fine original silk costume, undergarments, bonnet, socks and leather shoes impressed Bru Jne Paris 3.

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German Porcelain Lady Doll with Very Intricately Braided Coiffure 1100/1500 German Porcelain Lady Doll with Very Intricately Braided Coiffure 1100/1500

German Porcelain Lady Doll with Very Intricately Braided Coiffure 1100/1500

Lot #129 (Sale Order 131 of 304)

32" (81 cm.) Thick paste porcelain shoulder head of lady doll with oval face, elongated strong throat, black sculpted hair drawn away from her face in deep waves that pouf at the sides, and with long thick braids at each side of face that narrow at the pinned-up ends, half-moon shaped blue upper-glancing eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, shaded black brows, elongated nose with accented nostrils, closed mouth with hint of smile, blushed cheeks, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather hands, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: rare model with very fine modeling, intricate coiffure, beautiful painting.

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Early German Porcelain Lady with Chignon and Wide-Wing Coiffure 900/1300 Early German Porcelain Lady with Chignon and Wide-Wing Coiffure 900/1300

Early German Porcelain Lady with Chignon and Wide-Wing Coiffure 900/1300

Lot #130 (Sale Order 132 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Thick paste porcelain shoulder head with delicate pink-tinted complexion, perfect oval-shaped face with very full thoat and elongated neck, sculpted black hair arranged in center part and drawn around the sides of the head into a braided chignon at the back of her head, and with a wide wing pouf at each side, painted blue eyes in deeply sculpted sockets, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, aquiline nose, tiny closed mouth, blushed cheeks, muslin stitch-jointed body, antique silk costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1850. Value Points: the rarity of the early model is rivaled by its compelling presence and elaborate coiffure and painting.

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German Porcelain Lady Doll with Elaborate Tasseled Snood and Bows 1100/1400 German Porcelain Lady Doll with Elaborate Tasseled Snood and Bows 1100/1400

German Porcelain Lady Doll with Elaborate Tasseled Snood and Bows 1100/1400

Lot #131 (Sale Order 133 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head of adult lady with elongated throat having well-defined throat hollow, black sculpted hair with widow's peak, hair drawn in thick brushstrokes at the sides and forming into a long ringlet curl at each side of throat, and the hair at the back of head captured in a well-defined sculpted snood with sculpted tassels at each side and a bow at the crown, painted blue downcast eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, delicate brows, aquiline nose, closed mouth, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, antique costume and undergarments. Condition: generally excellent, some body wear. Comments: Germany, circa 1860. Value points: exceptional quality of sculpting enhances the very rare coiffure which is enhanced by fine feathering around the face.

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German Porcelain Lady Doll with Elaborately Decorated Chignon 1200/1600 German Porcelain Lady Doll with Elaborately Decorated Chignon 1200/1600

German Porcelain Lady Doll with Elaborately Decorated Chignon 1200/1600

Lot #132 (Sale Order 134 of 304)

24" (61 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head of lady doll with full-cheeked oval face, elongated throat, black sculpted hair loosely waved away from face with formed curls above each fully sculpted ear, and formed into an elaborate chignon at the back of her head which is enhanced by six short ringlet curls at the upper chignon, and six ringlet curls at the nape, painted blue eyes in deeply set eye sockets, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with full lips, muslin stitch-jointed body with sewn-on stockings and boots, porcelain hands, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: the very elaborate coiffure has wonderful details such as feathering at the crown and curls above sculpted ears.

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Wonderfully Furnished Mid-19th Century Doll Room Wonderfully Furnished Mid-19th Century Doll Room

Wonderfully Furnished Mid-19th Century Doll Room "The Art Gallery" 1800/2800

Lot #133 (Sale Order 135 of 304)

24" (61 cm.) w. x 13" x 11". A room setting with shaped white columns at the front sides has five arched windows with gilt paper-edged frames, original wall and floor papers, and a two-step full-width entrance, and is furnished as an art gallery, the hopeful artist showing various paintings and prints to the lady patron. There is an ormolu-framed crystal chandelier, soft metal fireplace with gilt metal mantel clock under glass dome, Erhard & Sohne ormolu pedestal table with two matching side chairs, and seven various easels with paintings or prints as well as more prints hanging on the walls for a total of 17. Excellent condition, original wall and floor papers with typical fading. For the French market, the room is mid-19th century, the contents mostly late 19th century.

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Collection of Early Miniature Carved Bone Furnishings 1100/1600 Collection of Early Miniature Carved Bone Furnishings 1100/1600

Collection of Early Miniature Carved Bone Furnishings 1100/1600

Lot #134 (Sale Order 136 of 304)

5.5" (14 cm.) h. cabinet. Including cabinet with columned upper display, a glass door hanging cabinet filled with carved and painted bone goblets, small nightstand with bottom door and having attached candlestick, table, three side chairs, and settee with arms. Excellent overall, largest cabinet has missing trim at crest. French, mid-19th century.

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All-Original French Mechanical All-Original French Mechanical

All-Original French Mechanical "Elegant Lady for a Stroll" by Gustav Vichy 2200/2800

Lot #135 (Sale Order 137 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Standing upon a tinplate base with three spoked wheels is a bisque-head lady with blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, carton torso, legs and hands, wire upper arms. When wound, the lady glides forward and twirls around on the hidden wheeled base. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 3/0 (head). Comments: attributed to Gustav Vichy with bisque head by Jumeau, circa 1870. Value Points: the diminutive bisque lady is wearing her original aqua silk gown with Alencon lace trim, and has superb original coiffure, with elegant movements.

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Grand-Sized French Bisque Poupee with Maker's Signature 3000/4000 Grand-Sized French Bisque Poupee with Maker's Signature 3000/4000

Grand-Sized French Bisque Poupee with Maker's Signature 3000/4000

Lot #136 (Sale Order 138 of 304)

34" (86 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, almond-shaped blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, pierced ears, blonde human hair over cork pate, French kid poupee body with shapely torso and gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees, stitched and separated fingers, (frail) antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E Depose B. Comments: Blampoix, circa 1865. Value points: rare large size likely designed as an exhibition model has finest quality of bisque and painting.

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Beautiful German Bisque Lady Doll in Rare Grand Exhibition Size 1200/1500 Beautiful German Bisque Lady Doll in Rare Grand Exhibition Size 1200/1500

Beautiful German Bisque Lady Doll in Rare Grand Exhibition Size 1200/1500

Lot #137 (Sale Order 139 of 304)

32" (81 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulder head, cobalt blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, lightly-feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth, outlined shaded lips, pierced ears, brunette hand-tied human hair wig, commercial muslin stitch-jointed body, bisque arms to above the elbows, nicely recostumed in 1870 manner. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 15. Comments: Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: especially beautiful face, brilliant eyes, artistic decoration, original body and perfect bisque arms, on the rare grand size.

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Pair, German Bisque Boy and Girl in Original Costumes and Box 300/400 Pair, German Bisque Boy and Girl in Original Costumes and Box 300/400

Pair, German Bisque Boy and Girl in Original Costumes and Box 300/400

Lot #138 (Sale Order 140 of 304)

5" (13 cm.) Each has bisque shoulder head with blonde sculpted hair in short curls, painted facial features, blue eyes, single-stroke brows, closed mouth, muslin body, bisque lower limbs, painted black ankle boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1885. Value Points: the all-original pair wear matching costumes and are presented in their original box in unplayed with condition.

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French Mechanical Pull-Toy French Mechanical Pull-Toy

French Mechanical Pull-Toy "Merry Twins with Garland of Bells" 600/900

Lot #139 (Sale Order 141 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) h. and l. Standing upon a wooden platform with wheeled base are two bisque-head dolls with blue glass eyes, painted features, open mouth, four teeth, blonde mohair wig, wooden block torso and lower arms and legs. When pulled along, the dolls wave their arms up and down, ringing the garland of bells they hold. Condition: mechnaism functions well, one doll has crack and reglue on one side of face. Marks: 179 2/0 (dolls). Comments: for the French market, circa 1890. Value Points: the charming mechanical toy is all original, the twin brothers wearing their factory-original costumes.

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Beautiful Early French Bisque Block-Letter Bebe, Size 10, by Gaultier 5500/7500 Beautiful Early French Bisque Block-Letter Bebe, Size 10, by Gaultier 5500/7500

Beautiful Early French Bisque Block-Letter Bebe, Size 10, by Gaultier 5500/7500

Lot #140 (Sale Order 142 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with very delicate bisque and very full cheeks and throat, blue glass paperweight inset eyes with well-defined spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with tiny tongue tip between the shaded and outlined lips, dimpled chin, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F. 10 G. (doll) 10 (inside wig). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1880. Value Points: early period bebe from Gaultier with superb delicate bisque which contrasts the very plump face, splendid eyes, original body and body finish, lovely antique costume including rose silk dress, undergarments, rose knit stockings, leather shoes, ruffled lace bonnet, and parasol.

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French Musical Automaton French Musical Automaton

French Musical Automaton "Little Girl with Basket of Flowers, Bird" by Leopold Lambert 8000/12,000

Lot #141 (Sale Order 143 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Standing upon a velvet-covered wooden platform is a bisque-head doll with brown glass paperweight inset eyes, lushly painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth in wide smile with full shaded and outlined lips, row of painted teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, carton torso and legs, wire upper arms, bisque forearms, wearing original velvet and maroon costume and lace-edged bonnet and with wicker basket attached to torso, filled with silk flowers and berries, and with a hidden feathered bird, flowers held in one hand and berries in the other. Condition: generally excellent, chip at tip of right middle finger. Marks: 203 (doll) (original paper tune label on base "Mireille Chanson"). Comments: Leopold Lambert, circa 1890, with rare art character head commissioned from Emile Jumeau; the highly characterized head was designed to enhance the automaton action. When wound, the doll turns her head from side to side, with delighted expression, and alternately offers the floral bouquet and then teases the bird with the berries; meanwhie the bird flits from side to side and music plays. Value Points: rare character model with beautiful bisque and delightful surprise activity.

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All-Original French Bisque Bebe by Denamur in Silk Jester Costume 2500/3800 All-Original French Bisque Bebe by Denamur in Silk Jester Costume 2500/3800

All-Original French Bisque Bebe by Denamur in Silk Jester Costume 2500/3800

Lot #142 (Sale Order 144 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with white bisque complexion having painted red clown decorations, brown glass isnet eyes, curvy brown brows, closed mouth with upturned lip corners, bi-color fleecy wig, original composition French body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E 4 D. Comments: Etienne Denamur, circa 1890. Value Points: rare little fellow with wonderful shy expression which contrasts his mischievous decorations, original body, wig, body finish, and wearing original silk jester costume which matches his wig.

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French Musical Automaton French Musical Automaton

French Musical Automaton "Crying Child with Broken Doll" by Leopold Lambert 8000/11,000

Lot #143 (Sale Order 145 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Standing upon a velvet-covered wooden base is a bisque-headed doll with very expressive crying features, very narrow blue glass eyes, dark eyeliner, brush-stroked brows, long painted lashes, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth modeled as though open in a wide crying expression, shaded lips, row of painted teeth, sculpted tongue, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, carton torso and legs, wire upper arms, bisque forearms. The doll is holding a bisque doll head in her right hand with dangling body below, and a hankie in her left hand; a matching little all-bisque boy stands alongside. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 211 (head) L.B. (key). Comments: Leopold Lambert, circa 1892, with art character bisque head especially commissioned from Emile Jumeau; when wound, the doll sequentially turns her head, lifts the "broken" doll up and down, and then lifts her hankie as though to wipe away her tears. Value Points: luxury presentation of the wonderful doll-themed automaton, with fine antique costumes, and wonderfully functioning movements and music.

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French Bisque Poupee with Wooden Articulated Body and Bisque Hands and Feet 3000/4000 French Bisque Poupee with Wooden Articulated Body and Bisque Hands and Feet 3000/4000

French Bisque Poupee with Wooden Articulated Body and Bisque Hands and Feet 3000/4000

Lot #144 (Sale Order 146 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, ears pierced into head, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, stretched kid-over-wooden body with shapely torso, dowel jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, bisque lower arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: excellent except faint hairline that curves over front shoulder plate, one finger broken. Comments: French, circa 1865. Value Points: beautiful face, rare wooden body in fine preservation, bisque lower limbs, beautifully shaped feet, fine antique costume.

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French Bisque Poupee with Very Rare Body and Fine Early Costume 3500/4500 French Bisque Poupee with Very Rare Body and Fine Early Costume 3500/4500

French Bisque Poupee with Very Rare Body and Fine Early Costume 3500/4500

Lot #145 (Sale Order 147 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, pale blue glass enamel inset eyes with darker blue iris rims, delicately painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, ears pierced into head, brunette human hair over cork pate, stretched kid-over-wooden torso and lower legs, metal arms jointed at shoulders and elbows, bisque hands, baggy kid-over-wood upper legs, fine antique brown silk and velvet costume and lace coiffe. Condition: generally excellent, right hand has professionsl restoration. Marks: 4. Comments: French, circa 1867. Value Points: very beautiful model with finest bisque, very rare body, lovely antique costume.

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Fine French Bisque Poupee with Wooden Articulated Body from Maison Simonne 3500/5500 Fine French Bisque Poupee with Wooden Articulated Body from Maison Simonne 3500/5500

Fine French Bisque Poupee with Wooden Articulated Body from Maison Simonne 3500/5500

Lot #146 (Sale Order 148 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears into head, stretched kid-over-wooden body with shapely torso, dowel jointing at shoulders, hips and knees, bisque arms to above the elbows, bisque lower legs and bare feet. Condition: generally excellent, right bisque leg professionally restored. Marks: Simonne Paris Rue de Rivoli (body stamp). Comments: the poupee was commissioned exclusively for the luxury Parisian doll shop of Simonne, circa 1867. Value Points: most beautiful doll with finest bisque, rare body, boutique stamp, and wearing fine antique costume and coiffe.

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German Bisque Lady, Model 107, with Superbly Sculpted Hair and Bodice by C.F. Kling 1700/2300 German Bisque Lady, Model 107, with Superbly Sculpted Hair and Bodice by C.F. Kling 1700/2300

German Bisque Lady, Model 107, with Superbly Sculpted Hair and Bodice by C.F. Kling 1700/2300

Lot #147 (Sale Order 149 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Bisque shoulder head depicting a plump-faced adult lady with elongated throat, full cheeks, blonde sculpted hair waved away from her face into formally arranged curls decorated by a black and gilt comb at her crown, fully sculpted pierced ears, shaded blue eyes in well-defined sockets, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, rounded tip of elongated nose, closed mouth with outlined lips, sculpted bodice with blue and gilt-edged collar and with lavender bow having gilt edging and purple accents, old muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, sewn-on stockings, leather boots. Condition: professional restoration on sides of shoulder plate (does not affect collar and tie), right earlobe restored. Marks: 107-9. Comments: C.F. Kling, Germany, circa 1870, the same marked model but with glass eyes and variations of decoration was in the Spielzeugmuseum of Davos (#10 in their auction catalog). Value Points: rare model with unusual facial expression, fabulous deeply defined coiffure with comb, fancy bodice with unusual colors, and wearing a beautiful sateen print two-piece antique gown and undergarments.

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German Bisque Lady, Sculpted Brown Hair, Blue Hair Bows, Dresden Collar by C.F. Kling 1200/1600 German Bisque Lady, Sculpted Brown Hair, Blue Hair Bows, Dresden Collar by C.F. Kling 1200/1600

German Bisque Lady, Sculpted Brown Hair, Blue Hair Bows, Dresden Collar by C.F. Kling 1200/1600

Lot #148 (Sale Order 150 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with brown sculpted hair arranged into tightly clustered curls at the forehead and loose finger curls at the back, decorated with three gilt-edged blue hair ribbons and a gilt-edged magenta barette at the back, pierced ears, blue painted eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brown brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, painted blue bodice edged with lustre Dresden ruffles, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, 1" faint hairline at front rim of shoulder plate, one loop of bow broken at crown. Comments: C.F. Kling, Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: rarity factors include brown hair, fancy hair decorations, and Dresden ruffles.

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Very Rare German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 5 A 5, by Kling 1800/2500 Very Rare German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 5 A 5, by Kling 1800/2500

Very Rare German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 5 A 5, by Kling 1800/2500

Lot #149 (Sale Order 151 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of adult lady with elongated throat, light-brown sculpted hair with large braided coronet decorated by a black and gilt painted comb, painted bright blue eyes, black and red upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, fully sculpted pierced ears, very elaborate sculpted and painted bodice with rolled collar lined with bisque ruffles, additional pink bisque ruffles under the collar at the back, elaborately painted details of "embroidery" at the front and an attached bisque bow to match the comb, old muslin body with leather arms. Condition: restoration to the collar bow and some Dresden ruffles, body worn. Marks: 5 A 5. Comments: C.F. Kling, circa 1870, from an extremely rare series by that firm. Value Points: the rarity of the doll is explained by the intricacy of sculpture and artistic design and painting; few examples of this doll are known to exist, and with rare to find maker's mark.

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German Bisque Lady Doll with Fancily Sculpted Hair and Bodice 1200/1700 German Bisque Lady Doll with Fancily Sculpted Hair and Bodice 1200/1700

German Bisque Lady Doll with Fancily Sculpted Hair and Bodice 1200/1700

Lot #150 (Sale Order 152 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with blonde sculpted hair arranged in unusual curls with braid at the crown that is decorated by a Dresden flower and leaves, painted blue eyes with red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, sculpted fancy bodice with ruffled blue and white collar with blue polka dot accents, white beaded edging, and magenta painted decorations, newer muslin stitch-jointed body with bisque lower arms and legs, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent, few typical flakes on Dresden leaves in hair. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: rarity factors include unusual coiffure and very fancy Dresden collar and hair ornaments. Ex-collection Lynda Christian.

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English Poured Wax Doll in Elegant Rose Silk Costume 1100/1500 English Poured Wax Doll in Elegant Rose Silk Costume 1100/1500

English Poured Wax Doll in Elegant Rose Silk Costume 1100/1500

Lot #151 (Sale Order 153 of 304)

28" (71 cm.) Poured wax shoulder head turned slightly to the side, blue glass inset eyes, inserted mohair lashes, mohair inserted hair, defined facial features, closed mouth, muslin softly stuffed body, brass grommets, poured wax lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: English, circa 1875. Value Points: well-preserved poured wax child wearing beautiful original silk gown, undergarments, rose stockings and kidskin shoes.

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English Poured Wax Child Doll in the Montanari Manner 900/1300 English Poured Wax Child Doll in the Montanari Manner 900/1300

English Poured Wax Child Doll in the Montanari Manner 900/1300

Lot #152 (Sale Order 154 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Poured wax shoulder head with rose-tinted complexion, plump cheeks, blue glass eyes in half-moon shape, tinted defintion of facial features, closed mouth, blonde mohair inserted hair, softly stuffed muslin body with stitch-jointing, poured wax lower arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent, two fingers repaired. Comments: English, possibily Montanari, circa 1870. Value Points: beautiful child with rosy complexion, original body and limbs, beautiful antique costume, undergarments, shoes, bonnet.

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Outstanding German Wooden Furnished Dollhouse Rooms 2000/3000 Outstanding German Wooden Furnished Dollhouse Rooms 2000/3000

Outstanding German Wooden Furnished Dollhouse Rooms 2000/3000

Lot #153 (Sale Order 155 of 304)

39" (99 cm.) l. x 19" h. x 16" d. The wooden open-front dollhouse rooms have original fancy blue outlined columns at the front, with ochre and pale green original paint at the sides and back. There are three three-panel windows at the back with very fancy valances and inside sills, original parlor curtains, and an opening door with painted panels between the rooms. The walls and floor have original lithographed paper covers with elaborate borders in the parlor, and the house is lavishly furnished in the late Victorian style and includes a number of accessories in ormolu and soft metal including a rare wall-hanging key cabinet and several clocks. Seven bisque dollhouse dolls are included, in original costumes, including parlor maid and gentleman. Excellent condition. Germany, late 19th century, lavishly filled and wonderfully preserved large dollhouse rooms.

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English Wax Lady Doll with Lever Sleep Eyes and Superb Original Costume 1200/1800 English Wax Lady Doll with Lever Sleep Eyes and Superb Original Costume 1200/1800

English Wax Lady Doll with Lever Sleep Eyes and Superb Original Costume 1200/1800

Lot #154 (Sale Order 156 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Wax shoulder head lady doll with slightly elongated throat, black glass eyes that open and close from wire lever in torso, painted facial features and cheek blush, closed mouth with hint of smile, original blonde mohair wig in soft ringlet curls, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms with unusual thumb structure. Condition: generally excellent, slight wax dent below left eye. Comments: England, circa 1865. Value Points: beautifully preserved condition of the early wax lady with rare sleep eyes, wearing superb original silk taffeta gown with beading, undergarments, fabulous bonnet of velvet and silk, and red leather shoes with tan kidskin soles marked C.C. Ex-collection Madame Petyt.

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Wonderful French Pull-Toy in Choice Original Condition with Rare Doll 2500/4500 Wonderful French Pull-Toy in Choice Original Condition with Rare Doll 2500/4500

Wonderful French Pull-Toy in Choice Original Condition with Rare Doll 2500/4500

Lot #155 (Sale Order 157 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) seated. 8" l. Seated upon a decorated wooden platform with metal spoked wheels is a young lad with bisque head, sculpted brown short curly hair, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, wooden block torso and lower limbs, wire upper limbs, antique costume, painted boots. He is holding metal gongs in his hands, and there is a decorated metal bell attached to a spiral wire at the front. When pulled along, he turns his head from side to side and taps the bell. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: for a luxury French toy store such as Au Paradis des Enfants, circa 1870, with original bisque head that is likely from the works of Simon and Halbig. Value Points: rare toy in impeccable original condition, very fine quality of bisque and sculpting of the rare bisque head.

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Early 19th Century Poured Wax Gentleman Doll with Moustache and Original Silk Costume 400/600 Early 19th Century Poured Wax Gentleman Doll with Moustache and Original Silk Costume 400/600

Early 19th Century Poured Wax Gentleman Doll with Moustache and Original Silk Costume 400/600

Lot #156 (Sale Order 158 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Poured wax shoulder head of adult man with slender face, blue enamel inset eyes, inserted hair, brows, moustache and sideburns, closed mouth, cloth body with leather lower arms and legs. Condition: good conditiion, some overall age wear. Comments: probably French, early 19th century. Value Points: the rare model wears original purple and ivory silk Marquis costume with embroidered detail, has rare inserted hair moustache, sideburns, and brows.

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Large English Wax Child Doll in Elaborate Scottish Costume, with Original S. Coleman Label 2500/4000 Large English Wax Child Doll in Elaborate Scottish Costume, with Original S. Coleman Label 2500/4000

Large English Wax Child Doll in Elaborate Scottish Costume, with Original S. Coleman Label 2500/4000

Lot #157 (Sale Order 159 of 304)

30" (76 cm.) Honey wax shoulder head with softly blushed cheeks, almond-shaped blue glass eyes, outlined eyes with lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, plump cheeks, well-defined little chin, brunette hair inserted into scalp, softly stuffed muslin body, poured wax lower arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S. Coleman (original paper label indicating the location of the prestigious firm at the Pantheon Bazaar in London). Comments: English, circa 1855, the Pantheon Bazaar was a popular meeting place for guildsmen presenting popular arts and culture, and with a particular attention to wax arts. The interest in Scotland was particularly strong at the time, inspired by the young Queen Victoria and Prince Albert who had in 1852 acquired the famous Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Value Points: the large luxury wax doll, with original shop label, is wearing superb Scottish costume with cobbler's leather shoes with original label of "Burchett maker, 74 Oxford Street, London", and accessories including heavy leather belt with scabbard containing sword with velvet and silver head, knife in leather and silver case, and sporran with tassels. Ex-collection Estelle Johnston.

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German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Art Character, Model 100, by Kammer and Reinhardt 800/1000 German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Art Character, Model 100, by Kammer and Reinhardt 800/1000

German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Art Character, Model 100, by Kammer and Reinhardt 800/1000

Lot #158 (Sale Order 160 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, light-brown complexion, black painted hair and one-stroke brows, brown painted eyes, black upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, brown composition five-piece baby body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R 100 36. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, from the firm's art character series of 1910. Value Points: rare brown-complexioned model of the landmark doll, with especially fine qualitty of sculpting, flawless bisque.

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German Black-Complexioned Bisque Art Character, Model 100, by Kammer and Reinhardt 800/1000 German Black-Complexioned Bisque Art Character, Model 100, by Kammer and Reinhardt 800/1000

German Black-Complexioned Bisque Art Character, Model 100, by Kammer and Reinhardt 800/1000

Lot #159 (Sale Order 161 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, ebony-black complexion, black painted hair and one-stroke brows, brown painted eyes, black upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, black composition five-piece baby body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent, body finish original with craquelure on legs. Marks: K*R 100 36. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, from the firm's art character series of 1910. Value Points: fine flawless complexion is enhanced by very deep sculpting on the rare model.

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German Bisque Art Character, Model 100, by Kammer and Reinhardt 300/500 German Bisque Art Character, Model 100, by Kammer and Reinhardt 300/500

German Bisque Art Character, Model 100, by Kammer and Reinhardt 300/500

Lot #160 (Sale Order 162 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, painted brown baby hair with forelock curls, intaglio narrow blue eyes with heavy eyelids, one-stroke angled brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and accented lips, composition baby body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R 100 36. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1909, the premiere model of the firm's art character series. Value Points: the landmark doll has especially fine sculpting and bisque, original body and body finish.

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German All-Bisque Miniature Doll with Ebony Complexion 200/400 German All-Bisque Miniature Doll with Ebony Complexion 200/400

German All-Bisque Miniature Doll with Ebony Complexion 200/400

Lot #161 (Sale Order 163 of 304)

5" (13 cm.) One-piece bisque head, torso and legs with ebony-black complexion, peg-jointed black bisque arms, sculpted short curly hair, painted brown eyes, closed mouth, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 35-6. Comments: attributed to Gebruder Kuhnlenz, circa 1890. Value Points: rare little model with artistic details such as glazed enhancement of hair sculpting.

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German Bisque Three-Faced Doll by Carl Bergner with Rare Black Facial Models 1500/2000 German Bisque Three-Faced Doll by Carl Bergner with Rare Black Facial Models 1500/2000

German Bisque Three-Faced Doll by Carl Bergner with Rare Black Facial Models 1500/2000

Lot #162 (Sale Order 164 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with three alternate faces, one having ebony-black complexion with brown glass eyes and closed mouth; the second face having brown complexion with brown eyes and closed mouth; and the third face with white complexion, modeled closed eyelids and closed mouth.The head is enclosed in a cardpaste hood with brass knob at the top that rotates the head to reveal each face, original body with muslin over cardboard torso, composition and wooden limbs, pull-string mama crier, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: C.B. (in circle). Comments: Carl Bergner, circa 1892. Value Points: very rare three-faced model with beautiful sculpting and flawless painting of complexions.

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French Bisque Character Portraying a Bearded Man by Damerval & Laffranchy 700/900 French Bisque Character Portraying a Bearded Man by Damerval & Laffranchy 700/900

French Bisque Character Portraying a Bearded Man by Damerval & Laffranchy 700/900

Lot #163 (Sale Order 165 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head depicting adult man, very thickly sculpted charcoal-grey brown moustache and beard, painted small blue eyes, closed mouth, French body jointed at the shoulders and hips, painted knee-high black boots, antique uniform. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: D.L. Comments: Damerval & Laffranchy, who in 1910 presented a series of art character heads; the firm was mentioned in the 1910 article "The Renaissance of the French Doll". Value Points: uniquely modeled face with unusual definition of brows, moustache and beard suggesting a specific personage.

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German Bisque Character by Gebruder Heubach with Original Rare Mask-Face Costume 1100/1600 German Bisque Character by Gebruder Heubach with Original Rare Mask-Face Costume 1100/1600

German Bisque Character by Gebruder Heubach with Original Rare Mask-Face Costume 1100/1600

Lot #164 (Sale Order 166 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, sculpted hair and facial features, tiny blue eyes, closed mouth with beaming smile, two beaded lower teeth, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (Heubach sunburst mark). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910. Value Points: the laughing boy wears his original felt costume with painted details, and with accompanying original paper mache mask face with blue glass eyes, hook nose, and original matching felt hood.

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All-Original German Bisque Art Character, 101, All-Original German Bisque Art Character, 101,

All-Original German Bisque Art Character, 101, "Marie" by Kammer and Reinhardt 2800/3500

Lot #165 (Sale Order 167 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted small blue downcast eyes, black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R 30 101. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910, the model "Marie" from the firm's art character series. Value Points: wonderful example of the sought-after doll in pristine unplayed with condition, original wig, body, body finish, and fine original folklore costume.

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German Bisque Wistful Character, 7759, by Gebruder Heubach 500/800 German Bisque Wistful Character, 7759, by Gebruder Heubach 500/800

German Bisque Wistful Character, 7759, by Gebruder Heubach 500/800

Lot #166 (Sale Order 168 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, painted and sculpted short brown boyish hair, intaglio small blue eyes, well-defined sculpting of pouty features, closed mouth with downcast lips, very plump cheeks, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2 7759 Heubach (square mark) Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: very expressive features of wistful-faced child, especially notable on this smaller size.

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German Bisque Character with Downcast Expression by Gebruder Heubach 700/900 German Bisque Character with Downcast Expression by Gebruder Heubach 700/900

German Bisque Character with Downcast Expression by Gebruder Heubach 700/900

Lot #167 (Sale Order 169 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulder head, painted hair in short boyish fashion, painted facial features with downcast squinting tiny blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, one-stroke brows, closed mouth with downcast fretful expression, kid body with pin jointing, bisque lower arms, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1 Heubach (square) Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910. Value Points: sought-after rare character model with most realistic expression, especially fine sculpting appears nearly to be hand-pressed.

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German Bisque Character with Sculpted Helmet by Gebruder Heubach 1200/1500 German Bisque Character with Sculpted Helmet by Gebruder Heubach 1200/1500

German Bisque Character with Sculpted Helmet by Gebruder Heubach 1200/1500

Lot #168 (Sale Order 170 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head with sculpted black military helmet having gilt spread eagle design and peaked finial, painted facial features, intaglio blue eyes, closed mouth sculpted as though open with outlined lips, painted lashes and brows, dimpled cheeks, composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, tiny chip very low at the bottom back neck socket. Marks: Heubach (square) Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915. Value Points: very rare model with sculpted helmet, original wool flannel costume and metal sabre. Ex-collection Puppen and Spielzeug Museum of Vienna.

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German Porcelain Lady with Light-Brown Hair in Elaborate Ringlets 700/1000 German Porcelain Lady with Light-Brown Hair in Elaborate Ringlets 700/1000

German Porcelain Lady with Light-Brown Hair in Elaborate Ringlets 700/1000

Lot #169 (Sale Order 171 of 304)

24" (61 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head with very plump face, light-brown sculpted hair with elaborate tight ringlet curls onto the forehead, framed by a wide black headband and with tiers of arranged ringlet curls at the back and tumbling onto her shoulders, painted small blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, muslin stitch-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: wonderfully detailed sculpting of elaborate coiffure.

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German Porcelain Lady Doll with Brown Sculpted Hair 400/600 German Porcelain Lady Doll with Brown Sculpted Hair 400/600

German Porcelain Lady Doll with Brown Sculpted Hair 400/600

Lot #170 (Sale Order 172 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head with brown sculpted hair having tousled finger curls at the forehead, and a crown of finger curls at the top held by a black headband, with curls tumbling onto the shoulder plate, painted small blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain arms, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, restoration to left finger tip. Comments: Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: rare brown hair in very elaborate curls.

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German Porcelain Lady Doll with Purple Plumed Snood 900/1300 German Porcelain Lady Doll with Purple Plumed Snood 900/1300

German Porcelain Lady Doll with Purple Plumed Snood 900/1300

Lot #171 (Sale Order 173 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head of adult lady with elongated throat, black sculpted hair drawn away from her face and captured in a sculpted snood at the back of her head, edged with sculpted white boa and purple tassel, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, newer muslin body and porcelain limbs, costumed. Condition: head excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: rare model with beautifully detailed painting including stippled feathering at the forehead hair rim.

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Rare German Brown-Haired Porcelain Lady with Snood and Pink Hair Bows 1100/1600 Rare German Brown-Haired Porcelain Lady with Snood and Pink Hair Bows 1100/1600

Rare German Brown-Haired Porcelain Lady with Snood and Pink Hair Bows 1100/1600

Lot #172 (Sale Order 174 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Pink-tinted porcelain shoulder head, brown sculpted hair drawn away from face and captured in a deeply sculpted black snood decorated with black band and large pink bows, painted facial features, blue eyes, single-stroke brows, closed mouth, old muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain arms, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent, fingers restored on left hand. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: elaborate coiffure and hair ornaments accent the rare brown hair color.

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Early French Bisque Poupee with Painted Hair and Original Finish 400/600 Early French Bisque Poupee with Painted Hair and Original Finish 400/600

Early French Bisque Poupee with Painted Hair and Original Finish 400/600

Lot #172.1 (Sale Order 175 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with sculpted short black hair, painted facial features, blue eyes, closed mouth, firmly-stuffed muslin body with shapely torso. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1860, early models as these were made by Blampoix and Gaultier. Value Points: having delicately feathered painted curls around the forehead, and wearing original traditional costume.

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German Porcelain Lady with Compelling Presence 1100/1500 German Porcelain Lady with Compelling Presence 1100/1500

German Porcelain Lady with Compelling Presence 1100/1500

Lot #173 (Sale Order 176 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Solid domed porcelain shoulder head with delicate pink-tinted complexion, perfectly oval-shaped head, elongated throat, black painted pate, dark blue painted eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, circle accents at nostrils, closed mouth, kid body with shapely waist, stitched or gusset jointing, stitched and separated fingers, fine antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1850. Value Points: rare early model with compelling strong presence, original body and costume.

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Very Handsome German Bisque Character Boy by Gebruder Heubach 1100/1600 Very Handsome German Bisque Character Boy by Gebruder Heubach 1100/1600

Very Handsome German Bisque Character Boy by Gebruder Heubach 1100/1600

Lot #174 (Sale Order 177 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque socket head, short blonde sculpted hair with modeled forelock and side curls above the sculpted ears, blue intaglio eyes with prominent black pupils and white eye dots, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with tiny defined tongue tip, shaded and accented lips, dimpled cheeks and lip corners, composition and wooden ball-jointed body and antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7 Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: wonderful detail of the handsome lad with intelligent expression, finest quality of bisque and sculpting including impressed dimples and eye crinkles.

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German Bisque Sledding Boy by Gebruder Heubach as Candy Container 900/1300 German Bisque Sledding Boy by Gebruder Heubach as Candy Container 900/1300

German Bisque Sledding Boy by Gebruder Heubach as Candy Container 900/1300

Lot #175 (Sale Order 178 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) A bisque socket head boy with painted hair and facial features, pouty expression, intaglio blue eyes, carton hollow torso, bisque hands, is posed seated upon a wooden sled with metal wheels, and wears his original flannel fleeced snow suit with cap and long flowing scarf. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915, the model was designed for use as candy container. Value Points: wonderfully imaginative doll with original sled and costume. Ex-collection Puppen Spielzeug Museum of Vienna.

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Rare German Bisque Crying Character by Gebruder Heubach 1100/1500 Rare German Bisque Crying Character by Gebruder Heubach 1100/1500

Rare German Bisque Crying Character by Gebruder Heubach 1100/1500

Lot #176 (Sale Order 179 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulder head with pink-tinted bisque, painted blonde short boyish hair with sculpting highlights, painted facial features, narrow squinting dark blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, short-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth in sculpted crying expression with defined gums and tongue, kid gusset-jointed body, bisque forearms, antique sailor costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5 Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910. Value Points: among the rarest of the Heubach characters, having superb detail of sculpting featuring defined scowl lines in forehead, and cheek frown indentations. Ex-collection Puppen and Spielzeug Museum of Vienna.

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German Bisque Character 7647 by Gebruder Heubach 600/800 German Bisque Character 7647 by Gebruder Heubach 600/800

German Bisque Character 7647 by Gebruder Heubach 600/800

Lot #177 (Sale Order 180 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head of plump-faced boy, blonde sculpted hair in short boyish fashion, narrow blue squinting eyes, white eye dots, black and incised upper eyeliner, short brows, tiny nose, closed mouth in smiling expression with defined tongue tip, composition toddler body with jointing at shoulders and hips, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7647 Heubach (sunburst) Germany 3. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915. Value Points: rare model with unusual very plump face that emphasizes the laughter lines and dimples of cheeks, eyes and chin.

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Rare German Bisque Laughing Girl with Sculpted Pink Bonnet by Gebruder Heubach 1100/1500 Rare German Bisque Laughing Girl with Sculpted Pink Bonnet by Gebruder Heubach 1100/1500

Rare German Bisque Laughing Girl with Sculpted Pink Bonnet by Gebruder Heubach 1100/1500

Lot #178 (Sale Order 181 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque socket head, sculpted pink bonnet having deeply sculpted bonnet "lace", sculpted brown curls peeking from the bonnet edge, intaglio dark-blue side-glancing eyes, black and incised eyeliner, short feathered brows, closed mouth with outlined lips, impressed cheek dimples, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Heubach (square) 7959 Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910. Value Points: rare model with outstanding detail of sculpting of bonnet, laughter crinkles around the eyes, and impressed cheek dimples.

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Rare French Bisque Taufling Doll by Jules Steiner with Bisque Limbs 3000/4000 Rare French Bisque Taufling Doll by Jules Steiner with Bisque Limbs 3000/4000

Rare French Bisque Taufling Doll by Jules Steiner with Bisque Limbs 3000/4000

Lot #179 (Sale Order 182 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulder head with very plump face, almond-shaped blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, cloth midriff with "mama" bellows, bisque lower torso, cloth upper arms and upper legs, bisque lower arms and lower legs, bare feet, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, restoration to left thumb and right foot. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1875. Value Points: rare model with especially fine quality of bisque, original bisque body parts of the landmark and important doll, considered a premiere example of the bebe.

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Very Rare French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Series G, in Petite Size 2/0 8000/11,000 Very Rare French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Series G, in Petite Size 2/0 8000/11,000

Very Rare French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Series G, in Petite Size 2/0 8000/11,000

Lot #180 (Sale Order 183 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes which operate from wire lever at the back of her head, dark eyeliner, mauve-blushed eye shadow, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, brunette mohair wig over Steiner pate, Steiner composition fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Sie G 2/0 (incised on head) J. Steiner Bte SGDG Bourgoin (red ink on head) (Steiner body stamp, and eyes impressed J. Steiner). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1885. Value Points: very rare model, with original wig, pate, eyes, body, and body finish, and beautiful antique costume.

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Gorgeous Grand French Bisque Bebe, Series C, by Jules Steiner 6000/8500 Gorgeous Grand French Bisque Bebe, Series C, by Jules Steiner 6000/8500

Gorgeous Grand French Bisque Bebe, Series C, by Jules Steiner 6000/8500

Lot #181 (Sale Order 184 of 304)

32" (81 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump face, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted delicate lashes, dark eyeliner, brush-stroked and feathered brows, rose-blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, dimpled chin, pierced ears, blonde human hair wig. Steiner composition fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Sie C 7. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1885. Value Points: gorgeous bebe with finest sculpting of gentle childlike features, enhanced by superb bisque, painting and eyes, original body and body finish, lovely antique costume and bonnet.

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Petite and Rare French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Series C, Size 4/0 2500/3500 Petite and Rare French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Series C, Size 4/0 2500/3500

Petite and Rare French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Series C, Size 4/0 2500/3500

Lot #182 (Sale Order 185 of 304)

8" (20 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, rose-blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, blonde mohair wig over original Steiner pate, Steiner composition fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Sie C 4/0. Comments: Jules Steiner, from the firm's Series models, circa 1882. Value Points: most endearing rare tiny doll with original body and pate, nice antique costume appears original.

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French Musical Automaton "Jester Clown with Surprise Hat" by Roullet & Decamps 4500/7500

Lot #183 (Sale Order 186 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Standing upon a velvet-covered base is a bisque head doll iwth blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted clown facial decorations, painted lashes and brows, open mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, auburn fleecy wig, carton torso and legs, wire upper arms, composition hands, wearing bright clown costume and holding an over-sized lollipop. When wound, music plays, the the clown turns his head to the left and lifts the lollipop to his mouth; simultaneously, he sticks his tongue out, and at the same time his clown hat moves up and down in an amusing wagging motion. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 4 (head). Comments: Roullet et Decamps, circa 1890. Value Points: rare automaton with music and four movements including surpise "wagging hat".

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Rare German Bisque Character, 1304, by Simon and Halbig 1500/1800 Rare German Bisque Character, 1304, by Simon and Halbig 1500/1800

Rare German Bisque Character, 1304, by Simon and Halbig 1500/1800

Lot #184 (Sale Order 187 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with white clown complexion, brown glass inset eyes, painted lower lashes, arched brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with impish grin, red and gold fleecy wig, composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: faint hairline at side of head from crown rim to ear. Marks: 4 1304 S&H. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: very rare character with outstanding sculpting of facial features.

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French Bisque Character French Bisque Character

French Bisque Character "Eden Bebe" as Jester Clown in Original Costume 2200/2700

Lot #185 (Sale Order 188 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) White-complexioned bisque socket head with elaborately painted clown decorations, brown glass inset eyes, red eye outline, closed mouth with exaggerated painting of lips, pierced ears, fleecy mohair wig of red and green, French composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: Generally excellent. Marks: Eden Bebe H Paris (head) Le Petit Parisien (body). Comments: Fleischman and Blodel, circa 1895. Value Points: the wonderfully decorated clown has original wig, wears original silk clown costume and slippers.

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Wonderful French Bisque Bebe Steiner as Clown, Figure A, by Jules Steiner 2800/3800 Wonderful French Bisque Bebe Steiner as Clown, Figure A, by Jules Steiner 2800/3800

Wonderful French Bisque Bebe Steiner as Clown, Figure A, by Jules Steiner 2800/3800

Lot #186 (Sale Order 189 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Bisque socket head with white complexion, painted clown decorations, amber-brown glass paperweight inset eyes, red eye outline, dramatic brown painted brows, closed mouth, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, French composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Steiner Paris Fre A 7. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1890. Value Points: rare clown with wonderful facial painting, antique silk costume with decorative ribbons and bells, red knit stockings and kidskin shoes.

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French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Figure A, with Wonderful Original Dress 3000/4000 French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Figure A, with Wonderful Original Dress 3000/4000

French Bisque Bebe Steiner, Figure A, with Wonderful Original Dress 3000/4000

Lot #187 (Sale Order 190 of 304)

21" (53 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, rose-blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pale accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: J. Steiner SGDG Paris Fre 15 (head) Le Petit Parisien (body). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1889. Value Points: beautiful girl with original body and body finish, wearing fine antique red silk dress with hand-painted floral designs, red silk bonnet, undergarments, stockings, shoes.

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All-Original German Hand-Wind Toy All-Original German Hand-Wind Toy

All-Original German Hand-Wind Toy "Three Dancing Couples", Zinner & Sohne 1800/2500

Lot #188 (Sale Order 191 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) l. base 8" h. 5" dolls. A wooden platform is covered with decorative paper in floral designs and has a five-sided wooden backstage with gold columns and mirrored walls. Three pairs of bisque dolls (each doll with glass eyes, paper mache body, mohair wig, and original festival costume) are posed as though dancing, and when the hand-wind knob is turned each couple revolves separately, while the entire dance floor also revolves. The double movements, as well as mirrored reflection, create a grand appearance of merry activity; music plays. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Germany 10-12. Comments: attributed to Zinner and Sohne, circa 1890. Value Points: charming mechanical and musical vignette is all original and functions well. Ex-collection Spielzeug Museum of Davos.

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French Musical Automaton French Musical Automaton

French Musical Automaton "Laughing Jester with Marotte" 5000/8500

Lot #189 (Sale Order 192 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) (excluding hat). Standing upon a velvet-covered base is a bisque head jester with blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth in wide beaming smile, pointy-tip nose and chin, painted red lines accentuating the dimples and forehead, carton torso and legs, wire upper arms, bisque forearms, costumed as jester and holding a matching marotte. When wound, music plays, the jester waves his right hand as though beckoning, then turns his head, lifts his left hand to show the marotte, and nods to look at it. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1880, maker unknown. Value Points: most endearing vignette, the movements accentuated by the highly characterized facial model.

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French Bisque Bebe, Figure A, by Jules Steiner in Wonderful Antique Costume 2500/3500 French Bisque Bebe, Figure A, by Jules Steiner in Wonderful Antique Costume 2500/3500

French Bisque Bebe, Figure A, by Jules Steiner in Wonderful Antique Costume 2500/3500

Lot #190 (Sale Order 193 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, mauve-blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked fringed brows, accented nostrils, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate, French composition fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: J. Steiner Bte SGDG Paris Fre A 9. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1890. Value Points: beautiful doll with very fine complexion, splendid eyes, original body and body finish, wearing wonderful antique silk costume.

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Large French Porcelain Poupee with Enamel Inset Eyes 2500/3500 Large French Porcelain Poupee with Enamel Inset Eyes 2500/3500

Large French Porcelain Poupee with Enamel Inset Eyes 2500/3500

Lot #191 (Sale Order 194 of 304)

28" (71 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head with delicate pink-tinted complexion, plump rounded face, brilliant cobalt blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, unpierced ears, French kid poupee body with shapely torso, gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees, stitched and separated fingers, antique costume. Condition: porcelain excellent, some body patching. Comments: French, in the Blampoix manner, circa 1860. Value Points: grand luxury size, beautiful complexion enhanced by brilliant eyes.

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Rare French Porcelain Poupee with Signed Body by Duval-Denis 3500/4500 Rare French Porcelain Poupee with Signed Body by Duval-Denis 3500/4500

Rare French Porcelain Poupee with Signed Body by Duval-Denis 3500/4500

Lot #192 (Sale Order 195 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head with plump facial shape, thick dark eyeliner, lightly painted lashes and brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees, stitched and separated fingers, lovely black silk costume, undergarments, bonnet, shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Brevete D.D. SGDG (body). Comments: Duval-Denis, circa 1861, which succeeded the Blampoix firm for only two years, 1861-1862; in 1863 the firm was curiously re-sold to Blampoix. Since no brevetes were registered to Duval-Denis, it is likely that the torso stamp refers to the earlier Blampoix patents whose rights were owned by Duval-Denis during their two years of ownership. Value Points: rare signed poupee with beautiful clarity of porcelain enhanced by delicate blush, richly outlined cobalt eyes.

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Early French Porcelain Poupee with Cobalt Blue Glass Eyes 2000/3000 Early French Porcelain Poupee with Cobalt Blue Glass Eyes 2000/3000

Early French Porcelain Poupee with Cobalt Blue Glass Eyes 2000/3000

Lot #193 (Sale Order 196 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head with very plump facial shape, lightly tinted complexion, cobalt blue glass inset eyes, very dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent, sturdy and clean body except left hand worn. Comments: French, circa 1858. Value Points: the beautiful poupee has fine gleaming porcelain and is wearing lovely antique ivory silk satin costume, undergarments, lace cap, parasol, shoes.

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Early French Porcelain Poupee with Rare Body Style and Porcelain Arms 3500/4500 Early French Porcelain Poupee with Rare Body Style and Porcelain Arms 3500/4500

Early French Porcelain Poupee with Rare Body Style and Porcelain Arms 3500/4500

Lot #194 (Sale Order 197 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Porcelain shoulder head with very plump facial shape, painted blue downcast eyes with shaded iris coloring, black upper eyeliner, painted all-around lashes, arched brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with shapely torso, kid-over-wooden upper arms, porcelain arms to above the elbows, curled fingers, unusual side-hip jointing of thighs, kid-over-wooden lower thighs and upper calves allowing articulation. Condition: generally excellent, four fingertips missing on left hand. Comments: French, circa 1858. Value Points: very beautiful face on the early poupee, rare body style, fine antique brown velvet costume, undergarments, shoes, pressed felt and brown velvet bonnet.

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German Amber-Tinted Bisque Doll, 1329, by Simon and Halbig 1200/1800 German Amber-Tinted Bisque Doll, 1329, by Simon and Halbig 1200/1800

German Amber-Tinted Bisque Doll, 1329, by Simon and Halbig 1200/1800

Lot #195 (Sale Order 198 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Amber-tinted bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, black painted lashes, black brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig, amber-tinted composition and wooden ball-jointed body, well costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1329 Germany Halbig S&H 7. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1895. Value Points: fine larger example of the sought-after model with fine flawless complexion, original wig, original body and body finish.

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Rare French Mechanical Toy by Roullet et Decamps  1800/2500 Rare French Mechanical Toy by Roullet et Decamps  1800/2500

Rare French Mechanical Toy by Roullet et Decamps 1800/2500

Lot #196 (Sale Order 199 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) The toy features two bisque-head dolls, each with amber-tinted complexion, black glass eyes, painted black brows and lashes, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, black mohair wig, carton torso and legs, bisque forearms, wearing original silk Japanese costume. One doll is standing in front of a wooden cart as though pulling it, and the other is sitting in the cart. When wound, he walks briskly forward, and she urges him on, waving her arms. Condition: generally excellent, mechanism functions well, one finger chipped on body. Marks: 1079 -2 Dep S&H Germany (boy). Comments: Roullet et Decamps, circa 1910. Value Points: a rare variation of their popular cart series.

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German Bisque Asian Children, 1129, by Simon and Halbig in Matching Costumes 1200/1800 German Bisque Asian Children, 1129, by Simon and Halbig in Matching Costumes 1200/1800

German Bisque Asian Children, 1129, by Simon and Halbig in Matching Costumes 1200/1800

Lot #197 (Sale Order 200 of 304)

7" (18 cm.) and 8". Each has bisque socket head with amber-tinted complexion, brown glass inset eyes in narrow side-slant sockets, black single-stroke arched brows, painted lashes, open mouth, four tiny teeth, black mohair wig, the larger with amber-tinted composition and wooden ball-jointed body, the smaller with five-piece body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1129 Germany Simon & Halbig S&H. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: beautiful little pair with lovely bisque and sculpting, wearing matching silk costumes with embroidered details.

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German Bisque Character Portraying Chinese Child, Model 243, by Kestner 2500/3500 German Bisque Character Portraying Chinese Child, Model 243, by Kestner 2500/3500

German Bisque Character Portraying Chinese Child, Model 243, by Kestner 2500/3500

Lot #198 (Sale Order 201 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque socket head with amber-tinted complexion, small brown glass sleep eyes, painted upper lashes, black feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, two porcelain upper teeth, tongue, brunette human hair, amber-tinted composition bent limb baby body, antique silk costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F made in Germany 10 243 JDK. Comments: Kestner, circa 1912. Value Points: fine quality of bisque and original body and body finish on the unique model.

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French Bisque Character with Extremely Rare Amber Complexion  2000/3000 French Bisque Character with Extremely Rare Amber Complexion  2000/3000

French Bisque Character with Extremely Rare Amber Complexion 2000/3000

Lot #199 (Sale Order 202 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque socket head with very rich amber-tinted complexion, brown glass inset eyes, painted dark lashes, brown brush-stroked brows with defined upper curl at the outer edges, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth sculpted as though open with outlined lips and row of sculpted teeth, pierced ears, French brown composition and wooden fully jointed body, wearing silk jeweled exotic costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Fabrication Francaise Favorite No. 6 Ed. Tasson A.L. & C. Limoges Depose (and red logo stamp). Comments: Lanternier, circa 1910. Value Points: so rare that other models with this unique complexon and painting of brows are not known to exist, with very fine flawless complexion enhanced by delicate blush, original body and body finish.

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German Bisque Lady Doll with Blue Glass Eyes Attributed to Simon and Halbig 1200/1800 German Bisque Lady Doll with Blue Glass Eyes Attributed to Simon and Halbig 1200/1800

German Bisque Lady Doll with Blue Glass Eyes Attributed to Simon and Halbig 1200/1800

Lot #200 (Sale Order 203 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with very pale complexion, blonde sculpted hair waved loosely away from forehead into arranged ringlet curls at the back of head, blue sculpted hair band with blue hair bow, blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted all-around lashes, lightly feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blushed cheeks, old muslin stitch-jointed body, antique bisque lower arms and legs, painted boots, nicely costumed in the antique style. Condition: generally excellent, tiny flake on bottom front shoulder plate. Comments: Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: rare model with beautiful bisque, enhancing decorative glaze on rare coiffure, glass eyes, original body with rare fancily painted blue boots with lavender and black trim.

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German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 135, Sculpted Collar and Glass Eyes by C.F. Kling 1100/1500 German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 135, Sculpted Collar and Glass Eyes by C.F. Kling 1100/1500

German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 135, Sculpted Collar and Glass Eyes by C.F. Kling 1100/1500

Lot #201 (Sale Order 204 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of adult lady with waved blonde hair drawn from her face and captured in arranged curls at the back, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, sculpted wide stand-up collar with scalloped edging, white beading, and magenta detail, newer muslin body and bisque lower arms, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 135-6. Comments: C.F. Kling, circa 1870, the same model was also made with applied flower decorations in hair. Value Points: rarity factors on the gentle-faced lady include glass eyes and fancy collar.

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German Bisque Doll with Fancily Sculpted Ruffled Collar, Model 101, by C.F. Kling 1200/1600 German Bisque Doll with Fancily Sculpted Ruffled Collar, Model 101, by C.F. Kling 1200/1600

German Bisque Doll with Fancily Sculpted Ruffled Collar, Model 101, by C.F. Kling 1200/1600

Lot #202 (Sale Order 205 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with sculpted blonde hair arranged with scalloped curls at the forehead and into arranged tight curls at the back, decorated with a white Dresden rose, rosebud and green leaves at the side of her head, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accent line between the pale lips, pierced ears, painted blue bodice edged with magenta striped collar, double row of ruffles, and with a four-tiered sculpted ruffle with beaded dots, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent, one leaf missing on Dresden hair flower. Marks: 101-4. Comments: C.F. Kling, circa 1870. Value Points: rare signed model with most charming gentle expression, glass eyes, rare coiffure decoration and very rare decoration of bodice.

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German Bisque Character Boy, Model 153, by Kling 700/1100 German Bisque Character Boy, Model 153, by Kling 700/1100

German Bisque Character Boy, Model 153, by Kling 700/1100

Lot #203 (Sale Order 206 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque shoulder head portraying a young boy with blonde sculpted hair, deep forehead bangs, fully modeled ears, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with downcast lips, painted teeth, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, wearing brown woolen suit with lace collar, stockings, black leather shoes. Condition: bisque excellent, lower legs replaced, leather arms a bit worn. Marks: 153 - 8. Comments: C.F. Kling, circa 1885. Value Points: rare hair style, glass eyes, most appealing gentle characterization of the signed model.

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Rare Early German Bisque Child with Sculpted Hair and Glass Eyes by Simon and Halbig 1200/1600 Rare Early German Bisque Child with Sculpted Hair and Glass Eyes by Simon and Halbig 1200/1600

Rare Early German Bisque Child with Sculpted Hair and Glass Eyes by Simon and Halbig 1200/1600

Lot #204 (Sale Order 207 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of chubby-faced child, blonde sculpted hair in short tousled overall curls, fully sculpted ears, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted all-around lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: an early model by Simon and Halbig, circa 1870. Value Points: the rarity of the early model is enhanced by wonderful expression, deeply sculpted curls, glass eyes, finest quality of bisque.

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German Bisque Boy with Sculpted Blue Cap and Glass Eyes, Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1100/1500 German Bisque Boy with Sculpted Blue Cap and Glass Eyes, Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1100/1500

German Bisque Boy with Sculpted Blue Cap and Glass Eyes, Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 1100/1500

Lot #205 (Sale Order 208 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with very plump face, short blonde sculpted hair in curly tousled style topped by a ribbon-banded blue cap perched at the back of the head, partially sculpted ears, blue glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, muslin stitch-jointed body, sewn-on stockings and leather boots, wearing antique black velvet boy's suit, shirt. Condition: generally excellent, small flake at back brim of hat appears original in the making. Comments: attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk, circa 1880. Value Points: rare model with glass eyes and wonderful definition of sculpting including the jauntily perched blue cap.

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French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre 600/900 French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre 600/900

French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre 600/900

Lot #206 (Sale Order 209 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth with outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette human hair, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ Paris 2 (head) 2 (impressed on torso). Comments: French, in the Bleuette genre, circa 1910. Value Points: the doll is wearing original Bleuette costume of soft blue velvet, "L'Opera".

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French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre, in Original Bleuette Costume 500/800 French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre, in Original Bleuette Costume 500/800

French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre, in Original Bleuette Costume 500/800

Lot #207 (Sale Order 210 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass set eyes, painted lower lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, richly shaded lips, four porcelain teeth, brunette human hair, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, body is German. Marks: 71 Unis France 149 301 1. Comments: French, circa 1915. Value Points: the doll wears original Bleuette costume "Allure", along with an original Bleuette chapeau.

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French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre, with Original Bleuette Costume 600/800 French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre, with Original Bleuette Costume 600/800

French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre, with Original Bleuette Costume 600/800

Lot #208 (Sale Order 211 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, four porclain teeth, brunette human hair, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 71 Unis France 159 301 1 (head) 2 (impressed on torso) 1 (impressed on foot). Comments: French, in the Bleuette genre, circa 1917. Value Points: the pretty doll with original lashes, original body, and body finish is wearing original Bleuette dress "On Dansera".

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French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre 300/500 French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre 300/500

French Bisque Doll in the Bleuette Genre 300/500

Lot #209 (Sale Order 212 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 71 Unis France 149 301 1. Comments: French, in the Bleuette genre. Value Points: the doll wears her original costume including coiffe and wooden shoes.

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French Bisque Child in the Bleuette Genre 800/1000 French Bisque Child in the Bleuette Genre 800/1000

French Bisque Child in the Bleuette Genre 800/1000

Lot #210 (Sale Order 213 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four tiny teeth, auburn mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, wearing multi-layered antique woolen traditional costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 60 Paris 8/0 (head) Fabrication Francaise Paris SFBJ (paper sticker on body) 2 (impressed on torso) 1 (impressed on foot). Comments: Bleuette genre, circa 1920. Value Points: fine original condition of the endearing child with wonderful costume.

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French Bisque Bebe Mignon in Fabulous Sewing Menage Presentation  2200/2800 French Bisque Bebe Mignon in Fabulous Sewing Menage Presentation  2200/2800

French Bisque Bebe Mignon in Fabulous Sewing Menage Presentation 2200/2800

Lot #211 (Sale Order 214 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) doll. 20" x 17" box. Presented in wooden box with decorative paper covers is a bisque head doll with blue glass eyes, painted features, open mouth, row of porcelain teeth, auburn mohair wig, original composition body, wearing muslin chemise with embroidered details and banner "Bebe Mignon". The box is arranged with various compartments which hold ribbon-tied fabrics and trim, carved bone sewing tools, colorful threads, and child's metal toy sewing machine. The menage set was presented in Paris Etrennes catalogs, designed to inspire a young girl to learn needlework. Excellent condition. French, circa 1900.

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French Bellows Mechanical Toy French Bellows Mechanical Toy

French Bellows Mechanical Toy "The Acrobat Tumbling Clown" 1600/2100

Lot #212 (Sale Order 215 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Upon a wooden grass-painted platform is arranged a large wooden chair with painted scroll and clown decorations. A bisque-headed clown with glass eyes, white clown complexion with painted red designs, is attached to the chair with metal rods. The rod is also attached to a wooden-framed bellows at the base, and when the bellows is pushed the doll performs a series of amusing acrobatic tricks on the chair. Condition: bisque, platform and mechanism excellent, original silk costume is somewhat frail. Marks: 12/0. Comments: French, circa 1890. Value Points: wonderfully amusing toy with original costume, painted surface, functions perfectly.

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French Bisque Art Character, 227 by SFBJ with Laughing Expression 1200/1800 French Bisque Art Character, 227 by SFBJ with Laughing Expression 1200/1800

French Bisque Art Character, 227 by SFBJ with Laughing Expression 1200/1800

Lot #213 (Sale Order 216 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, painted brown boyish hair with modeled forelock, small brown glass inset eyes, painted curly lashes, included eyeliner, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, slightly parted shaded lips, row of upper porcelain teeth, nice woolen costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 227 Paris 6. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912. Value Points: especially fine sculpting of laughter crinkles around the eyes and cheek dimples enhanced by finest bisque, original body and body finish.

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German Bisque Pull Toy German Bisque Pull Toy

German Bisque Pull Toy "Parade Jester with Drum" 700/900

Lot #214 (Sale Order 217 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) h. Standing upon a wooden wheeled platform with tin spoked wheels is a bisque head jester with blue glass eyes, painted features, open mouth, tiny teeth, blonde mohair wig, wooden block torso, legs and hands, wearing original costume and Pierrot hat. In front is a large parade drum on pedestal and he holds a drumstick and cymbal; when pulled along, the doll turns its head side to side, beats the drum, and claps the cymbal. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4600 10 S (pb in star) H. Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: delightful toy with wonderful bisque, expression, enchanting actions.

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Delightful French Bisque Character, 236, by SFBJ in Rare Size 0 800/1100 Delightful French Bisque Character, 236, by SFBJ in Rare Size 0 800/1100

Delightful French Bisque Character, 236, by SFBJ in Rare Size 0 800/1100

Lot #215 (Sale Order 218 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lower lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth in cheerful smile, two beaded upper teeth, blonde mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully jointed toddler body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 236 Paris 0. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1915. Value Points: endearing petite size of the dimpled toddler, wearing antique Tyrolean costume.

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French Bisque Jester, Model 255, by SFBJ, with Bellows Clapping Cymbals 700/1100 French Bisque Jester, Model 255, by SFBJ, with Bellows Clapping Cymbals 700/1100

French Bisque Jester, Model 255, by SFBJ, with Bellows Clapping Cymbals 700/1100

Lot #216 (Sale Order 219 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque head with white complexion and painted clown features, closed mouth, blue glass sleep eyes, brunette human hair, bellows in torso which, when squeezed, cause the jester to clap the cymbals that he is holding, wearing silk and velvet clown costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 255 Paris 6/0. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1910. Value Points: amusing toy with rare bisque character head.

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French Bisque Art Character, 233, by SFBJ, Original Paris French Bisque Art Character, 233, by SFBJ, Original Paris

French Bisque Art Character, 233, by SFBJ, Original Paris "Au Pere Noel" Toy Shop Label 1800/3200

Lot #217 (Sale Order 220 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, sculpted hair with well-defined forelock, very narrow blue glass inset eyes, brown painted lashes, slightly modeled brown brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth modeled as though wide open and wailing, sculpted tongue, upper and lower beaded teeth, French composiiton and wooden fully jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, nice antique boy's costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 233 Paris 6 (head) (original SFBJ paper label on torso) Au Pere Noel (torso mark). Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912, the doll was sold from the 19th century Parisian toy shop of Au Pere Noel. Value Points: especially fine sculpting with deeply impressed laughter crinkles around the eyes and mouth, original body and body finish, and original Paris shop label.

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German Mechanical and Musical Hand-Wind Toy German Mechanical and Musical Hand-Wind Toy

German Mechanical and Musical Hand-Wind Toy "The Village Scene" 1200/1800

Lot #218 (Sale Order 221 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) A wooden theatre-like platform depicts a colorful village scene with painted mountainside background, cottage with shed and waterwheel, mountain tunnel with traversing sheep, and pathway with Tyrolean-costumed woman. A mechanism is hidden in the stage base, and when it is hand-wound, the waterwheel turns, the sheep move in and out of the tunnel and the woman turns from side to side while music plays. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1885. Value Points: superb original preservation of the delightful and well-detailed mechanical and musical toy.

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Petite German Bisque Child, 1079, by Simon and Halbig in Original Folklore Costume 300/500 Petite German Bisque Child, 1079, by Simon and Halbig in Original Folklore Costume 300/500

Petite German Bisque Child, 1079, by Simon and Halbig in Original Folklore Costume 300/500

Lot #219 (Sale Order 222 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, four teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1078 Simon & Halbig S&H Germany 0. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: pretty child in petite size 0, wearing elaborate original folklore costume, has original body, body finish, wig.

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German Brown-Complexioned Child, Model 501, by Knauth 300/500 German Brown-Complexioned Child, Model 501, by Knauth 300/500

German Brown-Complexioned Child, Model 501, by Knauth 300/500

Lot #220 (Sale Order 223 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head with brown complexion, brown glass sleep eyes, black painted lashes, black brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: faint old hairline at back of head. Marks: 501-3/0 1/2 Knauth 4/0. Comments: Knauth, circa 1900. Value Points: rare model with beautiful complexion, original body and body finish, fine original multi-layered folklore costume.

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German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Child by Heinrich Handwerck 300/500 German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Child by Heinrich Handwerck 300/500

German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Child by Heinrich Handwerck 300/500

Lot #221 (Sale Order 224 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Brown-complexioned bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, black feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four tiny teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Germany Heinrich Handwerck Simon & Halbig. Comments: Handwerck, circa 1910. Value Points: pretty child with flawless complexion, original body and body finish.

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German Brown-Complexion Bisque Child, Model 1009, by Simon and Halbig 700/900 German Brown-Complexion Bisque Child, Model 1009, by Simon and Halbig 700/900

German Brown-Complexion Bisque Child, Model 1009, by Simon and Halbig 700/900

Lot #222 (Sale Order 225 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with light-brown complexion, brown glass eyes, black painted lashes, black brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, row of teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 5 H 1009 Dep. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: rare model with eager expression, rare brown complexion, original body and body finish.

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Sonneberg Bisque Lady Doll with Closed Mouth and Very Fine Folklore Costume 1200/1500 Sonneberg Bisque Lady Doll with Closed Mouth and Very Fine Folklore Costume 1200/1500

Sonneberg Bisque Lady Doll with Closed Mouth and Very Fine Folklore Costume 1200/1500

Lot #223 (Sale Order 226 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, large blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading, lushly painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined full lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, kid lady body, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5. Comments: Sonneberg, maker unknown, circa 1880. Value Points: very beautiful face on the rare swivel head model, wearing elaborate multi-layered folklore costume.

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French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bebe by Denamur with Original Body 1800/2500 French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bebe by Denamur with Original Body 1800/2500

French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bebe by Denamur with Original Body 1800/2500

Lot #224 (Sale Order 227 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque socket head with brown complexion, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading, dark painted lashes, black brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, open mouth, row of teeth, pierced ears, black fleecy hair over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, little rub on nose tip. Marks: E 9 D Depose. Comments: Denamur, circa 1895. Value Points: fine gleaming patina on golden brown complexion, original body and body finish.

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Rare German Black-Complexioned Bisque Character, 444, by Heubach Koppelsdorf 500/800 Rare German Black-Complexioned Bisque Character, 444, by Heubach Koppelsdorf 500/800

Rare German Black-Complexioned Bisque Character, 444, by Heubach Koppelsdorf 500/800

Lot #225 (Sale Order 228 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque socket head with ebony-black complexion, small black glass inset eyes, black painted brows, accented eye corners, closed mouth with pronounced lips, pierced ears, black wiry fleecy hair, black composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, extensive wear to ebony complexion under wig. Marks: Heubach Koppelsdorf 444-7/0 Germany. Comments: Heubach Koppelsdorf, circa 1925. Value Points: beautiful facial complexion, original body finish, original skirt and "South Sea Baby" paper label.

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German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Character, 414, by Heubach Koppelsdorf 500/700 German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Character, 414, by Heubach Koppelsdorf 500/700

German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Character, 414, by Heubach Koppelsdorf 500/700

Lot #226 (Sale Order 229 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Solid domed bique socket head with rich brown complexion, black-tinted baby hair and brows, small brown glass eyes, painted lashes, broad nose, open mouth with very full lips, two porcelain lower teeth, pierced ears, brown composition toddler body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Heubach Koppelsdorf 414 3/0 DRG Germany. Comments: Heubach Koppelsdorf, circa 1918. Value Points: very fine flawless complexion enhances the expressive features.

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French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Doll by Emile Jumeau in Petite Size 2 1100/1600 French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Doll by Emile Jumeau in Petite Size 2 1100/1600

French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Doll by Emile Jumeau in Petite Size 2 1100/1600

Lot #227 (Sale Order 230 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head with light-brown "cafe-au-lait" complexion, brown glass inset eyes, painted dark lashes, black brush-stroked brows with feathered details, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig over cork pate, French brown composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, original body finish albeit some wear. Marks: 2. Comments: French, Emile Jumeau, circa 1895. Value Points: endearing wide-eyed child with flawless luminous complexion, original body, original dress.

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French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bebe by Jumeau with Original Costume 2000/2800 French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bebe by Jumeau with Original Costume 2000/2800

French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bebe by Jumeau with Original Costume 2000/2800

Lot #228 (Sale Order 231 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque socket head with light-brown "cafe-au-lait" complexion, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, black painted lashes, black brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, row of porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black fleecy wig over cork pate, French brown composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1895. Value Points: very fine flawless complexion with lustrous patina, original body and body finish, original red woolen costume and cap, undergarments, red woolen stockings, red kidskin shoes from "A La Providence" boutique.

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Beautiful French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bebe by Emile Jumeau, Size 11 3000/4000 Beautiful French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bebe by Emile Jumeau, Size 11 3000/4000

Beautiful French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bebe by Emile Jumeau, Size 11 3000/4000

Lot #229 (Sale Order 232 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, lushly painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 11 (head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: beautiful brown eyes nicely contrast the rich creamy complexion, original body and body finish, antique costume including woolen great coat with capelet collar, hat, knit stockings, leather shoes.

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Petite and Rare French Bisque Bebe E.D. by Jumeau 2800/3500 Petite and Rare French Bisque Bebe E.D. by Jumeau 2800/3500

Petite and Rare French Bisque Bebe E.D. by Jumeau 2800/3500

Lot #230 (Sale Order 233 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, very long painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with very full outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E. 5 D. (and artist checkmarks). Comments: Emile Jumeau, his bebe marked E.D. in honor of his longtime employee and then director, Emile Douillet; the doll appeared shortly after Douillet became named director in 1890, but was made for a very short time only. Value Points: very rare to find bebe, this example notable for extraordinary deep eyes with spiral threading, lovely antique maroon silk costume and bonnet that may be original.

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Lovely French Bisque Poupee with Dramatic Large Brown Eyes by Emile Jumeau 2200/2800 Lovely French Bisque Poupee with Dramatic Large Brown Eyes by Emile Jumeau 2200/2800

Lovely French Bisque Poupee with Dramatic Large Brown Eyes by Emile Jumeau 2200/2800

Lot #231 (Sale Order 234 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, large amber-brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with shapely torso, gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, body especially sturdy and clean except wear to some fingers. Marks: 5 (and artist checkmarks on head) Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878. Value Points: very beautiful poupee with dramatic large eyes and exquisite painting of lips.

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French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Rare Incised Depose Mark, Size 11 3500/4500 French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Rare Incised Depose Mark, Size 11 3500/4500

French Bisque Bebe by Emile Jumeau with Rare Incised Depose Mark, Size 11 3500/4500

Lot #232 (Sale Order 235 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head, very deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, dark painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded lips, separately modeled pierced ears, brunette human hair hand-tied wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Jumeau 11 (incised on head). Jumeau Medaille d'Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884, the model was made for one or two years only. Value Points: very beautiful bebe with splendid eyes, very deep modeling of cheeks, finest bisque and painting, original body and body finish, beautiful antique costume.

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French Bisque Poupee Attributed to Jumeau in Original Chemise 2200/2800 French Bisque Poupee Attributed to Jumeau in Original Chemise 2200/2800

French Bisque Poupee Attributed to Jumeau in Original Chemise 2200/2800

Lot #233 (Sale Order 236 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with shapely torso, gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5 (and artist checkmarks on head). Comments: attributed to the Jumeau firm, circa 1875. Value Points: pristine original condition, with very fine immaculate state of body, lovely bisque, wearing original factory chemise.

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Petite French Bisque Poupee by Jumeau in Elaborate Folklore Costume, Size 1 1100/1500 Petite French Bisque Poupee by Jumeau in Elaborate Folklore Costume, Size 1 1100/1500

Petite French Bisque Poupee by Jumeau in Elaborate Folklore Costume, Size 1 1100/1500

Lot #234 (Sale Order 237 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, brown glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupee body with shapely waist, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1 (and artist checkmarks). Comments: Jumeau, circa 1875. Value Points: rare petite size 1 with dramatic brown paperweight eyes, lovely antique folklore costume with elaborately detailed trim and coiffe.

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Early Carved Wooden Miniature Folding Chapel 300/500 Early Carved Wooden Miniature Folding Chapel 300/500

Early Carved Wooden Miniature Folding Chapel 300/500

Lot #235 (Sale Order 238 of 304)

5" (13 cm.) The fruitwood cone-shaped chapel has hinged double front doors with wooden knob handles, which open to reveal the carved wooden figure of mother and child. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: 19th century. Value Points: very fine quality of exotic wood enhances the artistry of carving.

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French Bisque Poupee with Unusual Large Paperweight Eyes, Size 2 by Jumeau 1100/1500 French Bisque Poupee with Unusual Large Paperweight Eyes, Size 2 by Jumeau 1100/1500

French Bisque Poupee with Unusual Large Paperweight Eyes, Size 2 by Jumeau 1100/1500

Lot #236 (Sale Order 239 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupee body with gusset jointing at hips, stitched and separated fingers, pretty antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, original sturdy body except wear to fingers. Marks: 2 (and artist checkmarks). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1877. Value Points: very dear petite poupee with fine quality of bisque, entrancing large eyes.

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French Bisque Poupee Attributed to Emile Jumeau 2000/2700 French Bisque Poupee Attributed to Emile Jumeau 2000/2700

French Bisque Poupee Attributed to Emile Jumeau 2000/2700

Lot #237 (Sale Order 240 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, pale blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pale outlined lips, ears pierced into head, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid gusset-jointed poupee body, stitched and separated fingers, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4. Comments: French, circa 1975, attributed to Jumeau. Value Points: beautiful lady doll iwth delicate features, sturdy body, antique costume includes exquisite early bonnet.

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German Bisque "Coquette" with Blue Hair Bow by Gebruder Heubach 600/900

Lot #238 (Sale Order 241 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque socket head, sculpted short brown curly hair with deeply defined curls, aqua hair band with decorative glaze, sculpted intaglio blue side-glancing eyes with large black pupils, white eye dots, one-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth in smiling expression with row of beaded teeth, impressed cheek dimples, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7768 Heubach (sunburst) Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912, the doll was marketed as Coquette. Value Points: especially fine quality of sculpting on the cheerful-faced girl.

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German Bisque "Coquette" with Pink Hair Band by Gebruder Heubach 600/900

Lot #239 (Sale Order 242 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque shoulder head inclined to the side, short brown sculpted curly hair with pink hair band and bow, dark blue intaglio eyes with pronounced black pupils, white eye dots, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with smiling expression, outlined lips, tiny bead teeth, kid pin-jointed body, bisque forearms, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent, one thumb tip chipped. Marks: 1 Germany Heubach (square) 7850. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: rare shoulder head variation of the sought-after "Coquette" character with excellent sculpting and bisque.

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German Bisque Character "Whistling Jim" by Gebruder Heubach 600/800

Lot #240 (Sale Order 243 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) Solid domed bisque head with flanged neck, brown sculpted boyish hair, intaglio blue side-glancing eyes with pronounced black pupils, white eye dots, short feathered brows, mouth modeled as though puckered for whistling, with small original hole in center, muslin body with bellows in torso to emit a whistling sound, composition lower arms, original costume. Condition: generally excellent except fingers worn. Marks: 8774 Heubach (square) Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915, marketed as "Whistling Jim". Value Points: rare novelty doll whose whistling sound is enhanced by modeling of mouth.

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German Bisque Pouting Character, 7602, by Gebruder Heubach 400/600 German Bisque Pouting Character, 7602, by Gebruder Heubach 400/600

German Bisque Pouting Character, 7602, by Gebruder Heubach 400/600

Lot #241 (Sale Order 244 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with pink-tinted bisque, painted blonde baby hair with forelock curl, intaglio blue eyes with prominent black pupils, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, composition bent limb baby body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Heubach (sunburst) 7 Germany 7602. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: very fine quality of sculpting depicting a wistful-faced child.

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German Bisque Fretful Character by Gebruder Heubach 400/600 German Bisque Fretful Character by Gebruder Heubach 400/600

German Bisque Fretful Character by Gebruder Heubach 400/600

Lot #242 (Sale Order 245 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque shoulder head with solid dome, painted light-blonde boyish hair, painted squinting blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, white eye dots, single-stroke brows, closed mouth with sulking expression, kid body with bisque forearms, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Heubach (square) Germany 3. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: wonderful detail of sculpted fret lines around the eyes and mouth, fine quality of bisque and painting.

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German Bisque Smiling Character by Gebruder Heubach 200/300 German Bisque Smiling Character by Gebruder Heubach 200/300

German Bisque Smiling Character by Gebruder Heubach 200/300

Lot #243 (Sale Order 246 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque shoulder head, sculpted blonde hair with well-defined forelock curl, intaglio tiny blue eyes, arched brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with smiling expression, impressed lip and cheek dimples, kid body with pin jointing, bisque forearms, antique costume. Condition: shoulder plate is restored. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: wonderfully expressive features, the model was more commonly used on all-bisque figurines and is rarely found as a doll.

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Three German All-Bisque Characters by Gebruder Heubach 900/1100 Three German All-Bisque Characters by Gebruder Heubach 900/1100

Three German All-Bisque Characters by Gebruder Heubach 900/1100

Lot #244 (Sale Order 247 of 304)

6" (15 cm.) Each has one-piece bisque head and torso. loop-jointed bisque arms and legs, sculpted hair, painted facial features with brown side-glancing eyes, painted white socks and brown one-strap shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 10499 (or 10500). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: the rare little trio feature two little curly-haired curls (one with orange hair band, one with blue band), and left-glancing girl with bobbed hair and bangs.

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German Bisque Laughing Character, 6786, by Gebruder Heubach in Nice Large Size 700/900 German Bisque Laughing Character, 6786, by Gebruder Heubach in Nice Large Size 700/900

German Bisque Laughing Character, 6786, by Gebruder Heubach in Nice Large Size 700/900

Lot #245 (Sale Order 248 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque shoulder head with sculpted short brown hair, painted intaglio eyes with white eye dots, red eyeliner, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth modeled as though open and laughing, defined tongue and two porcelain lower teeth, kid pin-jointed body, bisque lower arms, wearing antique sailor suit, socks, shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 8 Germany 6786 48. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: rarer model with especially fine detail of sculpting and painting defining the realistic and charming expression.

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French Bisque Doll by Steiner in Original Traditional Folklore Costume of Brittany 1200/1600 French Bisque Doll by Steiner in Original Traditional Folklore Costume of Brittany 1200/1600

French Bisque Doll by Steiner in Original Traditional Folklore Costume of Brittany 1200/1600

Lot #246 (Sale Order 249 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, shaded lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, lower left arm retouched. Marks: Paris A 5 6. Comments: Steiner, circa 1895. Value Points: pretty doll has enhancing rose blushing on eyelids and cheeks, original body, original wig and wearing elaborate original traditional folklore costume including coiffe.

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All-Original French Mechanical Pull-Toy All-Original French Mechanical Pull-Toy

All-Original French Mechanical Pull-Toy "Donkey and the Windmill" 1800/2500

Lot #247 (Sale Order 250 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) Standing upon a wooden wheeled platform with painted grass and ground is a bisque-headed doll with blue glass eyes, block torso and arms, alongside a paper mache donkey with decorative saddle and nodding head. At the back of the platform is a paper mache windmill with painted vine decorations. When pulled along, the doll turns its head from side to side, waves the stick she holds in her hand, while the donkey vigorously nods its head and bleats, and the blades of the windmill turn. Condition: generally excellent Comments: French, circa 1890. Value Points: superbly preserved French pull-toy with four movements and crying sound, well-functioning and all original.

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French Bisque Bebe by SFBJ in Original Alsatian Folklore Costume 500/700 French Bisque Bebe by SFBJ in Original Alsatian Folklore Costume 500/700

French Bisque Bebe by SFBJ in Original Alsatian Folklore Costume 500/700

Lot #248 (Sale Order 251 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 60 Paris 6/0. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1915. Value Points: beautiful gleaming complexon of the pretty doll, original lashes, wig, body, body finish and well-detailed original multi-layered Alsatian costume.

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French Pull-Toy French Pull-Toy

French Pull-Toy "The Normandy Nurse and the Donkey" 700/900

Lot #249 (Sale Order 252 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) h. 9" l. Seated upon a fleece-covered paper mache donkey with glass eyes, red harness, and spoked wheel base, is a bisque-headed doll with blue glass enamel eyes, painted facial features, closed mouth, pierced ears, block torso, wooden and paper mache lower arms and legs, woolen costume of Normandy nanny. When pulled along, the nanny turns her head from side to side, and urges the donkey forward with the rod that she holds. Condition: bisque and mechanism are excellent, costume is original albeit quite dusty. Comments: French, circa 1890. Value Points: rare little toy with mischievous action.

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All-Original German Bisque Doll, 1159, by Simon and Halbig, in Folklore Costume 800/1100 All-Original German Bisque Doll, 1159, by Simon and Halbig, in Folklore Costume 800/1100

All-Original German Bisque Doll, 1159, by Simon and Halbig, in Folklore Costume 800/1100

Lot #250 (Sale Order 253 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth with outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, French composition and wooden lady body with shapely bosom and tiny waist. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1159 Germany Halbig S&H 5. Comments: the doll was presented by SFBJ, circa 1910, with bisque head commissioned from Simon and Halbig and on original French lady body. Value Points: wonderful lady doll is all original, wearing her elaborate traditional folklore costume from the Pyrenees region of France.

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French Bisque Doll by Denamur in Original Traditional Costume 2200/2800 French Bisque Doll by Denamur in Original Traditional Costume 2200/2800

French Bisque Doll by Denamur in Original Traditional Costume 2200/2800

Lot #251 (Sale Order 254 of 304)

22" (56 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulder plate, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, kid poupee body with gusset jointing at elbows, hips and knees, stitched and separated fingers. Condition: generally excellent, kid hands very worn. Marks: E 6 D Depose. Comments: Denamur, circa 1890. Value Points: beautiful large brown eyes contrast the pale bisque, very elaborate early traditional costume.

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Large German Bisque Googly, 221, by Kestner, Rare Size 12 3000/4000 Large German Bisque Googly, 221, by Kestner, Rare Size 12 3000/4000

Large German Bisque Googly, 221, by Kestner, Rare Size 12 3000/4000

Lot #252 (Sale Order 255 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass side-glancing googly eyes, dark eyeliner, dark eye shadow, short painted curly lashes, ochre shading around the short brush-stroked brows, pug nose with accent dots, wide beaming smile with shaded lips, brunette human hair over plaster pate, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, body original with wear to original finish. Marks: H made in Germany 12 JDK 221. Comments: Kestner, circa 1912. Value Points: rare largest size of the captivating googly model.

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German Bisque Googly Character by Recknagel 300/500 German Bisque Googly Character by Recknagel 300/500

German Bisque Googly Character by Recknagel 300/500

Lot #253 (Sale Order 256 of 304)

7" (18 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, blonde hair with forelock curl, side curls above the ears, intaglio blue downward-glancing googly eyes, painted curly lashes, dash brows, composition five-piece body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: R 49 A 10/0. Comments: Recknagel, circa 1915. Value Points: amusing little fellow with wonderful sculpting of eyes.

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German Bisque German Bisque

German Bisque "Moritz" by Recknagel 600/900

Lot #254 (Sale Order 257 of 304)

6" (15 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with painted brown hair having pronounced topknot and side curls, painted facial features, side-glancing googly eyes with impish expression, curvy brows, rounded nose, closed mouth with watermelon-slice shaped smile, five-piece composition body with antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 32-14/0. Comments: Recknagel, circa 1920, the figure depicts Moritz as he appeared in the Katzenjammer Kids comic strip, popular at the time, and originally inspired by the 19th century books by Wilhelm Busch. Value Points: rare model with especially fine modeling for its size, great characterization.

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German Bisque "Jubilee" Googly, Model 165, in Rare Size 10, by Hertel and Schwab 4000/6000

Lot #255 (Sale Order 258 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump face, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted long curly lashes, single-stroke brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with watermelon-slice shaped smile, shaded lips, brunette human hair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 165/10. Comments: Hertel and Schwab, their model marketed as "Jubilee" googly, circa 1916. Value Points: fine sculpting allowed by the rare large size model, enhanced by finest bisque, original body and body finish, nice antique costume.

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Rare German Bisque Googly, 180, by Kley and Hahn in Wonderful Costume 1800/2500 Rare German Bisque Googly, 180, by Kley and Hahn in Wonderful Costume 1800/2500

Rare German Bisque Googly, 180, by Kley and Hahn in Wonderful Costume 1800/2500

Lot #256 (Sale Order 259 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted long curly lashes, single-stroke brows, accented eye corners, accented nostrils of tiny rounded nose, closed mouth with wide beaming smile, tongue tip and two beaded upper teeth, brunette mohair bobbed wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing. Condition: generally excellent, original body and body finish except one hand retouched, paint wear on lower arms. Marks: K&H (in banner) 180-4. Comments: Kley and Hahn, circa 1915. Value Points: rare model with delightful expression, original toddler body, original wig, wonderful antique dress.

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Very Rare German Bisque Two-Faced Helmet Googly by Max Handwerck 1800/2500 Very Rare German Bisque Two-Faced Helmet Googly by Max Handwerck 1800/2500

Very Rare German Bisque Two-Faced Helmet Googly by Max Handwerck 1800/2500

Lot #257 (Sale Order 260 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with two alternate faces, each with glass googly eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth with impish smile; on one side is brown-eyed googly with painted black hair and red fez with Turkish symbols; on the other is blue-eyed googly with blonde hair and green military cap with brim; having composition and wooden ball-jointed body, wearing flannel costume, leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Dep Elite D.T 2/0. Comments: Max Handwerck, circa 1915, from his series of modeled helmet googlies. Value Points: rarest of the googly models, with excellent bisque and defined helmets.

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German Bisque Bellhop Googly by Max Handwerck 1500/2000 German Bisque Bellhop Googly by Max Handwerck 1500/2000

German Bisque Bellhop Googly by Max Handwerck 1500/2000

Lot #258 (Sale Order 261 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head with sculpted reddish-blonde hair having forelock curl and topped by a blue bellhop-like cap with red dotted band and black neck strap, blue glass side-glancing eyes, closed mouth with wide beaming smile, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, wearing flannel uniform. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Dep Elite E 2/0. Comments: Max Handwerck, circa 1915, from his helmet googly series. Value Points: very fine detail of sculpting including forelock curl, defined space between smiling lips, impressed dimples.

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German Bisque Helmet Googly with Rare Open Mouth by Max Handwerck 1500/2000 German Bisque Helmet Googly with Rare Open Mouth by Max Handwerck 1500/2000

German Bisque Helmet Googly with Rare Open Mouth by Max Handwerck 1500/2000

Lot #260 (Sale Order 262 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head with rounded facial modeling, sculpted dark-green military helmet, raised design of eagle, dark-blue glass googly side-glancing eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, sculpted brown hair peeking from beneath helmet, closed mouth with widely beaming smile, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, woolen military uniform. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Dep Elite D 1. Comments: Max Handwerck, circa 1915. Value Points: rarity factors include open mouth and darker helmet on the impish googly.

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German Bisque Helmet Googly by Max Handwerck with Rare Open Mouth 900/1200 German Bisque Helmet Googly by Max Handwerck with Rare Open Mouth 900/1200

German Bisque Helmet Googly by Max Handwerck with Rare Open Mouth 900/1200

Lot #261 (Sale Order 263 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) Bisque socket head with sculpted brown hair peeking from beneath a green helmet decorated with gold finial and gold eagle and having black strap, brown side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes and feathered brows, accented nostrils, slightly parted lips of open mouth with sweet smile, composition five-piece body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, very faint hairline at back neck socket. Marks: dep Elite D 1. Comments: Max Handwerck, circa 1915. Value Points: rarer open mouth variation of the German soldier googly with decorated helmet.

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Early German Paper Mache Cat with Glass Eyes and Original Costume 500/800 Early German Paper Mache Cat with Glass Eyes and Original Costume 500/800

Early German Paper Mache Cat with Glass Eyes and Original Costume 500/800

Lot #262 (Sale Order 264 of 304)

14" (36 cm.) Paper mache shoulder head depicting a tabby cat with shaded brown and cream colors, green glass eyes, original muslin body with paper mache limbs, painted tabby cat designs on arms, painted paper mache boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: fine original condition of the rare animal doll, original body and wearing original polished cotton costume.

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German Bisque Character Girl, Sculpted Hair, Model 1358, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 2000/3000 German Bisque Character Girl, Sculpted Hair, Model 1358, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 2000/3000

German Bisque Character Girl, Sculpted Hair, Model 1358, by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 2000/3000

Lot #263 (Sale Order 265 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with very chubby face, sculpted short brown hair in curly bobbed fashion decorated with blue hair band with rosettes, painted pale blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, brush-stroked and short feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, composition five-piece toddler body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 38 1358. Comments: Alt, Beck and Gottschalk, circa 1912. Value Points: very rare model with most expressive features including deeply impressed cheek dimples and defined brush marks in hair that is enhanced by decorative glaze, stylish blue hair bows. Ex-collection Madame Petyt.

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Rare All-Original French Bisque Portrait of Princess Margaret by SFBJ 1200/1700 Rare All-Original French Bisque Portrait of Princess Margaret by SFBJ 1200/1700

Rare All-Original French Bisque Portrait of Princess Margaret by SFBJ 1200/1700

Lot #264 (Sale Order 266 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass side-glancing eyes, blushed eye shadow, painted lower lashes, feathered brows, closed mouth with accented lips, blonde curled wig in original coiffure, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Unis France 149 306 Jumeau 1938 Paris. Comments: Unis France, successor to SFBJ, depicted is the young English Princess Margaret; the model was created in homage to the popular young princess on a trip made by Margaret and Elizabeth to France in 1938. Value Points: in superb unplayed with condition, Margaret wears her original rose taffeta gown with pink flower sprays, white "pearl" necklace, matching undergarments and grey shoes, and has original Jumeau gold paper wrist tag.

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Rare Large German Bisque Portrait of Princess Elizabeth by Schoneau and Hoffmeister 2000/3000 Rare Large German Bisque Portrait of Princess Elizabeth by Schoneau and Hoffmeister 2000/3000

Rare Large German Bisque Portrait of Princess Elizabeth by Schoneau and Hoffmeister 2000/3000

Lot #265 (Sale Order 267 of 304)

23" (58 cm.) Bisque socket head with rounded facial shape depicting a beaming-faced child, small blue glass sleep eyes in almond shape, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, slightly parted lips with accented details, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair bobbed wig, composition five-piece chubby toddler body, wearing white organdy dress, undergarments, shoes, socks, bonnet and gilt name pin. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Porzellanfabrick Burggrub Princess Elizabeth 6 1/ 2 made in Germany DRGM. Comments: Arthur Schoneau, 1931/2, the doll was made for two years only, in three sizes, this being the largest. Representing Princess Elizabeth at the age of three, the doll was sculpted by German artist Caesar Schneider, and received the approval of the British royal family (the story of the doll is told in Cieslik's German Doll Studies, page 309). Value Points: rare largest size, superior bisque and painting, unique model, wonderful body details on toddler body.

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German Bisque Character with Rare Glass Eyes 700/900 German Bisque Character with Rare Glass Eyes 700/900

German Bisque Character with Rare Glass Eyes 700/900

Lot #266 (Sale Order 268 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, very narrow brown glass sleep eyes, fringe-painted upper lashes, one-stroke angled brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, brunette mohair bobbed wig, composition bent limb baby body, antique dress. Marks: 28. Comments: rare glass-eyed version of the Kammer and Reinhardt 100 model, circa 1912. Value Points: especially fine sculpting of characterization especially around the eyes and mouth, enhanced by fine quality of bisque.

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German Bisque Toddler, Model 525, by Kley and Hahn 300/500 German Bisque Toddler, Model 525, by Kley and Hahn 300/500

German Bisque Toddler, Model 525, by Kley and Hahn 300/500

Lot #267 (Sale Order 269 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, painted blonde baby hair, brown glass eyes, painted lashes and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips, composition five-piece baby body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2/0 Germany K&H (in banner) 525. Comments: Kley and Hahn, circa 1915. Value Points: well-detailed sculpting and quality of bisque lending very expressive characterization.

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German Bisque Character with Gleeful Expression, Model 1428, by Simon and Halbig 1100/1500 German Bisque Character with Gleeful Expression, Model 1428, by Simon and Halbig 1100/1500

German Bisque Character with Gleeful Expression, Model 1428, by Simon and Halbig 1100/1500

Lot #268 (Sale Order 270 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, small blue glass sleep eyes, defined sculpting of laughter crinkles around the eyes, fringe-painted upper lashes, one-stroke brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, blonde mohair wig, composition bent limb baby body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent Marks: 1428 9. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1912. Value Points: wonderful detail of sculpting especially around the eyes and mouth, finest quality of bisque and painting.

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Delightful Small German Bisque Character, 1428, by Simon and Halbig 700/900 Delightful Small German Bisque Character, 1428, by Simon and Halbig 700/900

Delightful Small German Bisque Character, 1428, by Simon and Halbig 700/900

Lot #269 (Sale Order 271 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, tiny blue glass sleep eyes, fringe-painted upper lashes, one-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with crooked grin, shaded and accented lips, blonde mohair wig, composition five-piece baby body, antique knit costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1428 3. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1912. Value Points: very fine quality of bisque and sculpting enhances the mischievous urchin expression, original body and body finish.

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French Paper Mache Soldier with Sculpted Moustache, Original Costume 600/900 French Paper Mache Soldier with Sculpted Moustache, Original Costume 600/900

French Paper Mache Soldier with Sculpted Moustache, Original Costume 600/900

Lot #270 (Sale Order 272 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Paper mache socket head depicting adult man, painted hair, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, strongly shaped nose, sculpted moustache with curled tips, closed mouth, paper mache body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1890. Value Points: pristine condition of the handsome gentleman, sculpted moustache, wearing original woolen uniform and cap, brass buttons, boots.

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Trio of German Paper Mache Dolls Depicting Early Comic Characters 900/1300 Trio of German Paper Mache Dolls Depicting Early Comic Characters 900/1300

Trio of German Paper Mache Dolls Depicting Early Comic Characters 900/1300

Lot #271 (Sale Order 273 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Each with paper mache shoulder head, painted facial features, and straw-filled muslin body with paper mache limbs; the aged couple with blue eyes, wrinkles, modeled white thick brows, hinged jaws; the older man with sculpted white pork chop sideburns and paper mache hat.; the bug-eyed character with sculpted black curly hair, hinged jaw, chin moustache, and small yellow hat. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1900, the man represented Foxy Grandpa from the US comic strip series of the era. The storyline of Foxy Grandpa detailed the exploits of a Grandpa who constantly out-tricked his mischievous grandchildren, a reversal of The Katzenjammer Kids storyline; the woman and bug-eyed fellow represent other comic characters. Value Points: rare dolls in perfectly preserved state.

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Three American Wooden Toy Ships by Keystone 300/500 Three American Wooden Toy Ships by Keystone 300/500

Three American Wooden Toy Ships by Keystone 300/500

Lot #271.1 (Sale Order 274 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) - 18" Each is all wood with painted designs and various constructed details including cannons, bi-plane (designed to allow to "fly"), and other projectiles and with labels painted on each side. Included are B-22 US Battleship, US Rocket Ship and 3-15 Battleship, along with one original (worn) box. Very good condition, some small accessories may be lacking. American, Keystone, Made in Boston, circa 1930.

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German Bisque Character German Bisque Character

German Bisque Character "Hexe" by Cuno and Otto Dressel 500/700

Lot #272 (Sale Order 275 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with sculpted wrinkles, frown lines and large red warts, black glass inset eyes, sculpted hook nose, closed mouth with sculpted crooked teeth, grey mohair wig, Sonneberg composition five-piece body with painted black boots. Condition: generally excellent, old faint hairline above the right ear. Marks: Hexe 12/0. Comments: Dressel, circa 1890. Value Points: rare model with uniquely sculpted "witch" features, original costume.

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German Bisque Character German Bisque Character

German Bisque Character "Old Rip" with Aged Beard by Dressel 800/1100

Lot #273 (Sale Order 276 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) Bisque socket head with incised age wrinkles and furrowed brows, black glass enamel inset eyes, long hook nose, closed mouth, high cheekbones, thickly painted brows, white mohair wig, moustache, and long flowing wig, five-piece paper mache body, painted boots, original costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: X Old Rip 15/0. Comments: Dressel, circa 1890. Value Points: rare character storybook figure with distinctively sculpted features, original wig, beard, and costume.

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German Bisque Portrait of Uncle Sam in Original Farmer Presentation by Dressel 600/900 German Bisque Portrait of Uncle Sam in Original Farmer Presentation by Dressel 600/900

German Bisque Portrait of Uncle Sam in Original Farmer Presentation by Dressel 600/900

Lot #274 (Sale Order 277 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head of older gentleman, brown glass inset eyes, brush-stroked grey brows, incised age lines outlined in red, prominent nose, closed mouth with full smiling lips, mohair wig and beard, composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 1 Germany. Comments: Dressel, circa 1895, the model also appeared as Uncle Sam. Value Points: the Farmer wears his original striped cotton shirt, overalls, and boots.

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German Paper Mache Portrait of Man as Professor 700/900 German Paper Mache Portrait of Man as Professor 700/900

German Paper Mache Portrait of Man as Professor 700/900

Lot #275 (Sale Order 278 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Paper mache shoulder head depicting an aged man with impressed age wrinkles, very elongated nose, thick sculpted grey brows, painted eyes, closed mouth with accented lips, grey wiry hair under cap, muslin body, composition lower arms and legs, painted boots, wearing original flannel coat. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1885. Value Points: rare character portrayal in wonderfully preserved condition.

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German Wax over Paper Mache Doll in Original Black Velvet Dress 400/600 German Wax over Paper Mache Doll in Original Black Velvet Dress 400/600

German Wax over Paper Mache Doll in Original Black Velvet Dress 400/600

Lot #276 (Sale Order 279 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Wax over paper mache shoulder head, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted facial features, closed mouth with hint of smile, original brunette mohair wig in arranged coiffure with ribbon, muslin body, original paper mache limbs with fancily painted blue ankle boots with gilt edging. Condition: very good, unplayed with, typical complexion fading, small split on bottom front of breastplate. Comments: Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: the doll wears her wonderful original black velvet and ivory silk gown.

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Petite German Wax over Paper Mache Doll in Original Dress with Fabulous Shoes 300/500 Petite German Wax over Paper Mache Doll in Original Dress with Fabulous Shoes 300/500

Petite German Wax over Paper Mache Doll in Original Dress with Fabulous Shoes 300/500

Lot #277 (Sale Order 280 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Wax over paper mache shoulder head, cobalt blue glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, muslin body with wax over paper mache lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: sweet doll is wearing original costume comprising pretty silk dress, undergarments, very fancy leather boots impressed R.P.

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Rare English Wax over Paper Mache Black-Complexioned Doll 800/1200 Rare English Wax over Paper Mache Black-Complexioned Doll 800/1200

Rare English Wax over Paper Mache Black-Complexioned Doll 800/1200

Lot #278 (Sale Order 281 of 304)

24" (61 cm.) Wax over paper mache shoulder head with rich ebony complexion, black glass enamel inset eyes, tinted features, closed mouth, fleeced hair, ears pierced into head, brown muslin body with elongated legs, brown kidskin arms with hand-stitched separated fingers. Condition: craquelure and wear to face and back shoulder. Comments: English, early 19th century. Value Points: very rare original black complexion, very expressive features, wearing lovely early velvet costume.

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German Paper Mache Child in Original Costume 300/500 German Paper Mache Child in Original Costume 300/500

German Paper Mache Child in Original Costume 300/500

Lot #279 (Sale Order 282 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Paper mache shoulder head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, muslin body with paper mache lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: fine original finish, with impressed dimples in chin, the doll wears her original cotton and woolen layered costume with ruffled net cap.

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Very Rare German Paper Mache Lady in Wonderfully Preserved State by Dressel 800/1200 Very Rare German Paper Mache Lady in Wonderfully Preserved State by Dressel 800/1200

Very Rare German Paper Mache Lady in Wonderfully Preserved State by Dressel 800/1200

Lot #280 (Sale Order 283 of 304)

19" (48 cm.) Paper mache shoulder head of adult lady with slender face and elongated throat, blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, aquiline nose with nostril accents, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, muslin body, paper mache lower arms and legs, painted tan boots with detailed buttons. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Dressel, circa 1890. Value Points: rare doll with beautiful original painting and complexion, original wig, body, muslin chemise, rare painted boots.

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Pair, German Paper Mache Dolls in Matching Costumes 400/500 Pair, German Paper Mache Dolls in Matching Costumes 400/500

Pair, German Paper Mache Dolls in Matching Costumes 400/500

Lot #281 (Sale Order 284 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Each has paper mache shoulder head, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, muslin body, paper mache lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: fine original finish, the matching twin dolls wear original matching dresses.

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Rare and All-Original German Wax Two-Faced Doll by Carl Bartenstein in Original Box 1200/1600 Rare and All-Original German Wax Two-Faced Doll by Carl Bartenstein in Original Box 1200/1600

Rare and All-Original German Wax Two-Faced Doll by Carl Bartenstein in Original Box 1200/1600

Lot #282 (Sale Order 285 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Wax-headed doll has two faces which are alternately revealed by turning the cardboard cap enclosed head; each face has blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes and sculpted brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, and closed mouth with sculpted teeth; one face has furrowed expression and mouth posed as though crying, while the other has smiling expression. The head has blonde mohair wig peeking beneath the lace ruffle-trimmed cap, paper mache shoulder plate with sculpted details of bodice, firmly stuffed sateen body, paper mache lower arms and legs, pull-string "mama" crier. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Carl Bartenstein, Germany, circa 1890; the firm made a series of multi-head dolls with various expressions and complexions. Value Points: extraordinary original pristine condition, the doll is still tied in its original box, original chemise and bonnet, beautiful complexion.

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German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Blonde Hair and Interwoven Hair Ribbons 600/900 German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Blonde Hair and Interwoven Hair Ribbons 600/900

German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Blonde Hair and Interwoven Hair Ribbons 600/900

Lot #283 (Sale Order 286 of 304)

17" (43 cm.) Bisque shoulder head, blonde sculpted hair with two clusters of graduated-length finger curls at the forehead, then hair drawn back and held by three interwoven bands of darkest blue ribbon, long ringlet curls at each side of head, and two tiers of short finger curls at the back, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, sculpted and painted white necklace, kid body with gusset jointing, leather arms, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: rarity factors include elaborate coiffure, glass eyes, modeled necklace.

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German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Coiffure, and Bodice, Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 900/1300 German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Coiffure, and Bodice, Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 900/1300

German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Coiffure, and Bodice, Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 900/1300

Lot #284 (Sale Order 287 of 304)

25" (64 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of lady with oval face and elongated throat, blonde sculpted hair with double thick braids at the crown and looped behind the ears, fully scupted pierced ears, painted facial features, blue upper-glancing eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, sculpted black velvet choker with blue and white pendant stone, sculpted bodice with well-detailed ruffle and lace trimmed with magenta ribbons, muslin stitch-jointed body with leather arms, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to Alt, Beck, and Gottschalk, circa 1870. Value Points: the rare coiffure is enhaned by two tiny well-defined spit curls at center forehead, with rare sculpted jewelry and bodice.

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German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Hair and Bodice 700/900 German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Hair and Bodice 700/900

German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Hair and Bodice 700/900

Lot #285 (Sale Order 288 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of adult lady with oval face and elongated throat, blonde sculpted hair waved away from her face into arranged finger curls, black hair bow at the crown, fully sculpted pierced ears, blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brown brows, closed mouth with center accent line, sculpted bodice of chemise with details of gathering and trimmed with blue ribbons and bows, muslin body, bisque lower arms, painted boots, velvet dress. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: beautifully detailed hair in elaborate coiffure, fancy chemise.

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German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Hair Band and Necklace, to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 900/1300 German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Hair Band and Necklace, to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 900/1300

German Bisque Lady with Sculpted Hair Band and Necklace, to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 900/1300

Lot #286 (Sale Order 289 of 304)

21" (53 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of lady with blonde hair in thickly waved center part style, brushed behind the fully sculpted pierced ears, with a multitude of arranged finger curls at the back and held by a black hair ribbon with side bow and beaded accents, blue outlined eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, brown single-stroke brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, sculpted white ruffled shawl and black choker with red and blue pendant stone, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk, Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: rarity factors include elaborate coiffure and hair decorations, fancy bodice and jewelry.

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German Bisque Lady Doll with Sculpted Hair, Attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 800/1100 German Bisque Lady Doll with Sculpted Hair, Attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 800/1100

German Bisque Lady Doll with Sculpted Hair, Attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 800/1100

Lot #287 (Sale Order 290 of 304)

21" (53 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of adult lady with blonde sculpted hair arranged in elaborate curls at the crown and tumbling onto her forehead, fully sculpted pierced ears, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, sculpted bodice with white ruffled collar and fancy pink bow, muslin body with porcelain lower limbs, painted boots, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk, circa 1870. Value Points: fancy coiffure, sculpted bodice and bow, pierced ears.

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German Bisque Lady Doll with Iron Cross Necklace Attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 900/1300 German Bisque Lady Doll with Iron Cross Necklace Attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 900/1300

German Bisque Lady Doll with Iron Cross Necklace Attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk 900/1300

Lot #288 (Sale Order 291 of 304)

24" (61 cm.) Bisque shoulder head of adult lady, blonde sculpted hair waved away from her face into arranged loose curls held by a band of black beads at her crown, fully sculpted pierced ears, painted blue eyes with black outlined irises, red and black upper eyeliner, brown single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, sculpted bodice with ruffled collar, blue trim, and black Iron Cross necklace, newer muslin body and bisque limbs, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to Alt, Beck and Gottschalk, circa 1870, the doll was inspired by the Empress Augusta Victoria whose signature jewelry was this necklace. Value Points: very fine quality of sculpting on the sought-after model with superb sculpting of hair and bodice.

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Very Pretty German Bisque Child, 152, by Kestner in Petite Size 500/800 Very Pretty German Bisque Child, 152, by Kestner in Petite Size 500/800

Very Pretty German Bisque Child, 152, by Kestner in Petite Size 500/800

Lot #289 (Sale Order 292 of 304)

13" (33 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brush-stroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth with outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, pretty antique dress. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A made in Germany 5 152. Comments: Kestner, circa 1900. Value Points: the dainty child has lovely bisque, original wig, pate, body and body finish.

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Petite German Bisque Child by Kammer and Reinhardt 300/500 Petite German Bisque Child by Kammer and Reinhardt 300/500

Petite German Bisque Child by Kammer and Reinhardt 300/500

Lot #290 (Sale Order 293 of 304)

12" (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth with outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon and Halbig 30. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa1910. Value Points: pretty child with original wig, body, body finish, and charming antique costume.

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German Bisque Doll with Original Folklore Costume 300/500 German Bisque Doll with Original Folklore Costume 300/500

German Bisque Doll with Original Folklore Costume 300/500

Lot #291 (Sale Order 294 of 304)

15" (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1912 Germany 9/0. Comments: Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: fine unplayed with condition, the little girl has original wig, original body and body finish, and wears elaborate multi-layered folklore costume.

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Very Dear Petite German Bisque Child with Pincushion Dress Attributed to Kling 500/800 Very Dear Petite German Bisque Child with Pincushion Dress Attributed to Kling 500/800

Very Dear Petite German Bisque Child with Pincushion Dress Attributed to Kling 500/800

Lot #292 (Sale Order 295 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulder head, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, lightly feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, muslin body, bisque lower arms and legs, painted black ankle boots with high lacing. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880, attributed to Kling. Value Points: pristine condition of the gentle-faced doll, with original body and distinctive Kling bisque limbs, original wig, and wearing original cashmere flannel dress designed to be used as a pincushion (although never used in that manner, and woven bonnet.

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German All-Bisque Black Miniature Dolls and Furnishings in Original Presentation 800/1100 German All-Bisque Black Miniature Dolls and Furnishings in Original Presentation 800/1100

German All-Bisque Black Miniature Dolls and Furnishings in Original Presentation 800/1100

Lot #293 (Sale Order 296 of 304)

4" (10 cm.) doll. 9" x 9" box. Presented within a window-front presentation box with decorative paper covers and gilt edging are two ebony-complexioned all-bisque dolls with glass sleep eyes, closed mouth, black fleecy hair, jointed arms and legs, painted stockings and shoes; along with a set of wooden furnishings with stenciled decorations to simulate carving, and maroon silk upholstery to match their silk costumes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: dolls by Gebruder Kuhnlenz, circa 1890, presentation box for the French market. Value Points: fine state of preservation of the menage, with two rare black dolls.

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German Bisque Child, 1079, by Simon and Halbig in Folklore Costume 300/500 German Bisque Child, 1079, by Simon and Halbig in Folklore Costume 300/500

German Bisque Child, 1079, by Simon and Halbig in Folklore Costume 300/500

Lot #294 (Sale Order 297 of 304)

11" (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, large blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth with outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair braids, French composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, original body finish, fingers scuffed, one baby finger missing. Marks: 1079 Germany Halbig S&H 2 1/2. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900, for the French Market. Value Points: the wide-eyed child wears original folklore costume.

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German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 172, German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 172,

German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 172, "Gibson Girl" by Kestner 1200/1800

Lot #295 (Sale Order 298 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with slender face, elongated throat, and head inclined haughtily upward, brown glass sleep eyes, heavy modeled eyelids, dark eyeliner, painted lower lashes, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette mohair wig in upswept coiffure, slender kid body with pin jointing at hips, elbows and knees, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 172. Comments: Kestner, the doll was modeled based upon the illustrations of the American artist, Charles Dana Gibson, noted for his renderings of 1910 era society ladies. Value Points: distinctive model by known artist, with original body, fine quality bisque, lovely antique costume.

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German All-Bisque Character, Model 201 300/500 German All-Bisque Character, Model 201 300/500

German All-Bisque Character, Model 201 300/500

Lot #296 (Sale Order 299 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) One-piece bisque solid dome head and torso, painted blonde baby hair, painted brown eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, short wavy brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with defined tongue, outlined lips, defined double chin, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs in bent baby pose. Condition: generally excellent, left big toe chipped off. Marks: 201 9. Comments: Germany, circa 1915. Value Points: wonderful modeling of chubby baby rolls, dimpled features, curled fingers, fine large size.

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Large German All-Bisque Character, 8661, by Limbach 500/800 Large German All-Bisque Character, 8661, by Limbach 500/800

Large German All-Bisque Character, 8661, by Limbach 500/800

Lot #297 (Sale Order 300 of 304)

9" (23 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head on bisque torso, painted blonde hair, painted eyes with white eye dots, red and black upper eyeliner, curved brown brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with defined space beween the lips, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs in bent baby pose. Condition: generally excellent, slight retouch on elbow of left arm. Marks: Germany 8661 (clover leaf). Comments: Limbach, circa 1915. Value Points: rare large all-bisque with wonderfully detailed features.

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German Bisque Character, 211, with Fleeced Hair by Kestner 300/500 German Bisque Character, 211, with Fleeced Hair by Kestner 300/500

German Bisque Character, 211, with Fleeced Hair by Kestner 300/500

Lot #298 (Sale Order 301 of 304)

10" (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, two porcelain lower teeth, blonde fleeced hair over plaster pate, composition bent limb baby body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Germany JDK 211. Comments: Kestner, circa 1912. Value Points: deeply sculpted features, rare fleeced hair, original body and body finish.

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German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Character, 1255, by Franz Schmidt 900/1300 German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Character, 1255, by Franz Schmidt 900/1300

German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Character, 1255, by Franz Schmidt 900/1300

Lot #299 (Sale Order 302 of 304)

20" (51 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with sienna-brown complexion, painted black hair with defined forelock curl, brown glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted black lashes, black brush-stroked brows with feathered details, pierced nostrils, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, composition five-piece baby body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, original body finish with some scuffing. Marks: Germany F.S & Co. 1255/45. Deponiert. Comments: Franz Schmidt, circa 1912. Value Points: rare brown complexion with luminous finish, well-painted details.

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German Bisque Character, 1271, by Franz Schmidt 500/800 German Bisque Character, 1271, by Franz Schmidt 500/800

German Bisque Character, 1271, by Franz Schmidt 500/800

Lot #300 (Sale Order 303 of 304)

16" (41 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, unusually large ears, blonde painted baby hair, small blue glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips, two beaded upper teeth, composition bent limb baby body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F.S. & Co 1271/402 Deponiert. Comments: Franz Schmidt, circa 1912. Value Points: rare character with uniquely sculpted ears, deeply impressed cheek dimples, double chin, fine quality of bisque.

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German Bisque Character, 1272, by Franz Schmidt in Original Labeled Box 700/900 German Bisque Character, 1272, by Franz Schmidt in Original Labeled Box 700/900

German Bisque Character, 1272, by Franz Schmidt in Original Labeled Box 700/900

Lot #301 (Sale Order 304 of 304)

18" (46 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, blonde painted baby hair, small blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, brush-stroked and feathered brows, pierced nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, two porcelain upper teeth, impressed dimples in cheeks, double chin, composition bent limb baby body. Condition: generally excellent, fine original body finish with few craze lines on arms. Marks: F.S. & Co 1272/45 Deponiert. Comments: Franz Schmidt, circa 1912. Value Points: unplayed with condition, original gown, original box labeled "Prima Charakter Baby, DRGM 445913 Nouveaute Novelty" indicating the doll was designed for both French and English markets.

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