Very rare antique German bisque head doll made by Heinrich Handwerck ca. 1890. The doll stands 15.3" (39 cm) tall. Her bisque head is free of damage or repair, no cracks, chips or restoration, except a small scratch under her eye. The head is marked "89 - 9".
Beautiful deep brown glass sleep eyes with upper and lower painted lashes, eye mechanism is fully operational, original lid wax. A closed mouth, which is very hard to find. Pierced ears with antique earrings. Old human hair wig.
Early wood and composition body in very good condition. The body has some minor areas of age-related wear.
The doll wears antique clothing, her silk dress is wonderful, however fragile and splitting on the front side. A metal head piece decorated with colorful beads, cotton underwear, leather boots.
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I do my best to describe the items I sell. Look at all pictures and expand them to see details, as they are part of my descriptions. Feel free to text me any further questions before you buy! All items are from a smoke-free home and private collection. I always mention MAJOR issues in the description above. There can always be some minor indication of doll's age or imperfections caused by use.
Shipping can be combined for multiple purchases. WE SHIP INTERNATIONALLY. Please email for international rates or if you have any questions. Please also read our terms as stated before committing to buy any item. Thank you!
Beautiful deep brown glass sleep eyes with upper and lower painted lashes, eye mechanism is fully operational, original lid wax. A closed mouth, which is very hard to find. Pierced ears with antique earrings. Old human hair wig.
Early wood and composition body in very good condition. The body has some minor areas of age-related wear.
The doll wears antique clothing, her silk dress is wonderful, however fragile and splitting on the front side. A metal head piece decorated with colorful beads, cotton underwear, leather boots.
*** IMPORTANT***
I do my best to describe the items I sell. Look at all pictures and expand them to see details, as they are part of my descriptions. Feel free to text me any further questions before you buy! All items are from a smoke-free home and private collection. I always mention MAJOR issues in the description above. There can always be some minor indication of doll's age or imperfections caused by use.
Shipping can be combined for multiple purchases. WE SHIP INTERNATIONALLY. Please email for international rates or if you have any questions. Please also read our terms as stated before committing to buy any item. Thank you!
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* I do my best to describe the items I sell. Look at all pictures and expand them to see details, as they are part of my descriptions. Feel free to text me any further questions before you buy. All items are from a smoke-free home and private collection.
* I always mention MAJOR issues such as hairline crack or other damage to bisque, or total repaint in the description above. But please understand that antique dolls can't be in brand-new condition. There will always be some minor indication of their age or imperfection caused by use, such as toned, crazed, chipped composition, minor wig pulls, touch-ups on composition/finish/paint, scratches on the body etc. It is impossible to mention all of the normal age or conservation details in the description.
* Please also read our terms as stated before committing to buy any item. If you consider layaway, it is extremely important to read and understand this shops Layaway Plan, and clarify any terms with the shop owner before you enter into a Layaway Plan agreement. PLEASE NOTE: There are NO returns or exchanges on layaway items.
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