Large Size German All-Bisque Mignonette, Model 886, by Simon and Halbig
This mignonette has a swivel head with round-face, slightly elongated throat, cute pate, fixed blue glass eyes with spiral threading, painted lashes, multi feathered brows, accented nostrils and eyes corners, open mouth with tiny teeth, original blonde mohair wig over-cork pate. Her bisque torso having kid edged neck, shapely torso with defined navel, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, slightly cupped hands, jointed fingers, separate thumbs, vertical-ribbed blue stockings to mid-thigh, two straps shoes with tiny heels and black modelled bows.
The doll is wearing a charming light blue dress, a beautiful lace hat and undergarments. She is carrying an antique jumping rope with wooden handles.
Marked 886 - 4 on back of the head - 8 1/4"(21 cm) tall.
Excellent condition. Rare to find this size of the 886 model.
Germany - Circa 1885.
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