Discovery--The Holiday Auction
12-16-200912-16-2009
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
2488Marlborough
December 16, 2009 10:00 AM
Sell one like this
$415$350
Auction: Discovery - 2488Location: MarlboroughDate / Time: December 17, 2009 10:00AM
Description:
Handwerck Bisque Child Doll, impressed Germany, Heinrich Handwerck, Simon & Halbig, 4, with open mouth, four upper teeth, weighted blue glass eyes, molded brows, pierced ears (tiny chip left),original brown mohair wig, fully-jointed composition body, period pinstriped silk dress, cotton undergarment, and later shoes and socks, ht. 24 in., (wig and costume not removed, hands shellacked, tiny black mark on left cheek).
Estimate $600-800
Appealing expression and presentation. Acquired by the seller from the family of the original owner. Silk somewhat toned and fragile in places, including the right sleeve and skirt.