Other Kinds of Roses, Different Ways to Dance

OTHER KINDS DIFFERENT WAYS TO DANCE OF ROSES, FEATURING THE COLLECTION OF MADAME BOSSARD OF LUZERNE, SWITZERLAND

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This book is based upon an antique doll collection auctioned by Theriault’s of Annapolis, Maryland.

Design: Travis Hammond Photography: Gerald Nelson Senior Conservator: Terry Lanford Conservators: Meredith Dupree, Hana Holbrook, Scott Netro $59 Printed in Hong Kong

Featuring dolls from the very fine collection of Madame Bossard of Luzerne, Switzerland (home above) and the two-generation estate collection of Rose Rogan of Doylestown, Pennsylvania.

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hroughout its 50th anniversary year, Theriault’s Marquis auctions

will echo our earlier catalog titles from the past, those that most capture our common sense of history.

In such a spirit, Theriault’s revives a title from a 25th anniversary doll catalog, “Other Kinds of Roses, Different Ways to Dance” for the Auction June 6, 2020.

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1. 9” Tiny Sonneberg Bisque Doll Known as “Look-Alike Bru” 5. 13” French Bisque Premiere Bébé with Endearing Expression 9. 16” French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé E.J. Earliest Period, by Emile Jumeau 13. 22” Very Rare German Bisque Doll Known as “A.T. Kestner” 17. 11 ½” Outstanding French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé, Size 1, by Leon Casimir Bru with Signed Shoes 33. 11” Beautiful French Bisque Bébé by Gaultier with Early Block Letter Markings 40. 26” Splendid French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé E.J. A. by Emile Jumeau 51. 12” Very Rare German Bisque “Max” with Sculpted Dark Brown Bobbed Hair by Kestner 88. 12” Petite French Bisque Bébé, Rare Size 000, by Schmitt et Fils 93. 17” Beautiful French Bisque Bébé by Leon Casimir Bru with Original Signed Bru Shoes 108. 19” Rare German Bisque Character Set by Kestner in Larger Size and in Original Box 111. 12” German Bisque Glass-Eyed Googly, Model 221, by Kestner 136. 11 ½” Rare French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bébé by Leon Casimir Bru in Petite Size 2 160. 18” French Bisque Premiere Bébé by Emile Jumeau with Original Signed Shoes 179. 22” Outstanding German Bisque Glass-Eyed Character “Gretchen” by Kammer and Reinhardt 180. 14” Rare German Bisque Doll, Model 908, by Simon and Halbig with Closed Mouth 181. 15” Petite German Bisque Child Doll Known as “A.T. Kestner” 182. 24” Beautiful and Rare Large German Bisque Doll Known as “A.T. Kestner” 198. 20” Rare and Important Sonneberg Bisque Closed Mouth Doll by Ernst Grossman 211. 24” French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé by Leon Casimir Bru in Rare Size 10 217. 20” French Bisque Blue-Eyed Bébé Triste by Emile Jumeau, Rare Size 9 218. 22” French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé Triste by Emile Jumeau 235. 13” French Bisque Bébé by Leon Casimir Bru in Charming Presentation 246. 15” Especially Beautiful French Bisque Portrait Bébé with Splendid Eyes by Emile Jumeau 251. 12” Early French Bisque Premiere Bébé by Emile Jumeau in Aqua Mariner Costume 276. 20” French Bisque Blue-Eyed Portrait Bébé by Emile Jumeau with Lovely Antique Costume 277. 32” Grand French Bisque “Bébé Triste” by Emile Jumeau, Size 15

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1. Tiny Sonneberg Bisque Doll Known as “Look-Alike Bru” 9” (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass spiral-threaded eyes, lushlypainted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with downcast lips, pierced ears, ash blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body, antique costume, undergarments, tiny antique leather shoes. Marks: 0. Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1880, the doll closely resembles the Bru bébé known as “circle-dot” whose market the doll attempted to capture. Value Points: most endearing doll with wonderfully expressive features, especially rare in this tiny size. $800/1100

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2. Early Walnut Pedestal Etagere with Ormolu Accessories 8” (20 cm.) h. etagere. The double-shelved etagere with curved tripod pedestal base is laden with a bounty of ormolu miniatures including vase, double-handled urns, framed lithograph, gramophone. Excellent condition. Etagere circa 1875, accessories circa 1900. $500/700

3. German Brown Leather Boots in Luxurious Design 3 ½” (9 cm.) l. 4”h. The textured brown leather boots have scalloped front panels with silver button closure, white leather piping along the edges, brown kidskin soles, heels. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1880. $200/400

4. Very Fine Viennese Porcelain and Bronze Miniatures 5” (13 cm.) urns. 4 ½” clock. Comprising a pair of hand-painted porcelain urns with cast bronze bases and elaborate handles. With rare mantel clock featuring four porcelain columns centering a clock with glass dome front, Viennese porcelain base enclosed in cast bronze frame, two bronze Cupids posed atop. Excellent condition, clock not functioning.

Austrian, circa 1880. $900/1200

5. French Bisque Premiere Bébé with Endearing Expression 13” (33 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass enamel eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-

loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, lovely antique costume (may be original), undergarments, stockings, leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body), Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878. Value Points: the early period bébé has original body and body finish, most endearing shy expression enhanced by beautiful eyes and dainty blush, soft original wig. $3500/4500

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6. German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll by Kestner as Marquis, with Pup 19� (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, auburn mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden six-loose-balljointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent, original body and body finish, scuffed finish on hands. Marks: 13.

Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: fine delicate bisque, enhanced by silk and velvet Marquis costume, along with plush and velvet pup with amber glass eyes. $1200/1600

7. Pair, German Bisque Dollhouse Dolls as Fine Lady and Gentleman 6� (15 cm.) Each has bisque shoulderhead, muslin body, bisque lower limbs, including lady with mohair wig arranged with ringlet curls, glass eyes, closed mouth, wearing fine antique gown with lace trim and matching high top bonnet, model 1160 by Simon and Halbig; and gentleman with sculpted black hair and moustache, wearing wonderful original costume and tophat. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: wonderful original costumes, the woman with original dainty wig. $500/700

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8. Early Miniature Oil Portrait in Profile 6 ½” (17 cm.) x 6” framed. The handsome young gentleman is posed in profile, oilpainted on porcelain, with strong nose, brunette hair with sideburns, moustache, wisps of curls at the back of head, in original gilt-finished wooden frame. The name Herzog (illegible), Weimar is pencil script on the back. Excellent condition. Early 1800s. $500/700

9. French Bisque BrownEyed Bébé E.J., Earliest Period, by Emile Jumeau 16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted blush, brushstroked and feathered brows, rose-blushed eyeshadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, separately-applied pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eightloose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, lovely antique bronze silk costume with brown velvet yoke, undergarments, socks, shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 6 EJ. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1882, the earliest presentation of his celebrated EJ signature model. Value Points: very beautiful bébé, the rare model has finest creamy bisque which contrasts her soft brown eyes, original body and body finish. $3800/5300

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10. French Bisque Bébé in Original Historical Costume, Possibly Margaine-Lacroix 18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, feathered brows, painted lower lashes, accented nostrils, slightly-parted lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 301 Paris 5. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1917. Value Points: very pretty bébé with original wig, body, body finish, is wearing original theatrical costume in the Renaissance manner, and cream kidskin shoes, “jewel” trimmed crown, metallic braid trim, likely from the series of costumes created by the Parisian studio of MargaineLacroix, featuring the important Albert Marque art doll. $800/1200

11. Two Early Wax Miniature Dolls in Original Theatrical Costumes 5” (13 cm.) Each has poured wax head with painted facial features and sculpted hair, armature body with wooden lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent, one has missing hands hidden under sleeves.

Comments: Continental, early 1800s. Value Points: presented on original platforms, each doll is wearing original theatrical costume in the Renaissance manner. $400/500

12. French Bisque Character, 237, by SFBJ with Very Rare Historic Costume from Margaine-Lacroix Studio 18” (46 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with

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sculpted hair under flocked original finish, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, brown eyeliner, brown painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, slightly-parted lips with row of porcelain teeth, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 237 Paris 4. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1915. Value Points: handsome lad with splendid eyes, rare flocked hair, is wearing his original costume from the 1915 exhibition of costumed dolls at the Margaine-Lacroix studio in Paris including headdress and belt with figural coin emblems, the tunic bearing the original silk label “Margaine-Lacroix 19 Boulevard Haussmann Paris�. $2800/3800

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13. Very Rare German Bisque Doll Known as “A.T. Kestner” 22” (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented details, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden six-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 14.

Comments: Kestner, circa 1885, the model is known as “A.T. Kestner” for its close resemblance to the French bébé by Thuillier marked A.T. which likely inspired this doll. Value Points: outstanding example of the rarely found model with pronounced clarity of sculpted nose and lips, very choice bisque, original wig, outstanding original body in near mint condition. Included is vintage rose silk dress with mohair muff. $3800/5200

14. Early German Bisque Closed Mouth Child, X Model, by Kestner 16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue/grey glass inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and

feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique black velvet Sunday best costume with lace collar, undergarments, socks, shoes. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: X. Comments: Kestner, circa 1882. Value Points: very fine quality of bisque and painting, original body, body finish, and soft mohair wig. $1200/1500

15. Seven German Bisque “Wedding Party” Miniature Dolls by Simon and Halbig 6” (15 cm.) Each has bisque shoulderhead, glass inset eyes, closed mouth, painted facial features, brunette mohair wig in original coiffure, muslin body, bisque lower arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S&H 1160 Germany. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: superb ensemble of seven dolls in antique costumes of wedding party, including the Bride and Groom as well as five bridesmaids, each with floral bouquet. $1100/1500

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16. Outstanding Miniature 19th Century Boutique of Decorative Objects and Silver 22” (56 cm.) w. x 13”h. x 11’d. The wooden-framed open shop with angled sides has built-in shelves back and sides with painted finish to simulate marble and accented with gilt beading and decoupage trim, wooden parquet flooring, hanging tri-arm chandelier, matching ormolu framed mirrors on alternate walls. The shelves are laden with more than 60 miniature treasures including silver tea service, bird cage, tiny dolls in miniature silver chairs, Berlin porcelain statuary, collection of clocks, rare book press, and much more.

Excellent condition. An outstanding original presentation of rare antique miniatures in early shop. Mid-1800s. $3500/4500

17. Outstanding French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé, Size 1, by Leon Casimir Bru with Signed Shoes 11 ½” (29 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderhead with modeled bosom and shoulderblades, amber-brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brushstroked brows, accented eye corners,

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shaded nostrils, closed mouth with tiny tongue tip, outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, slender kid bébé body with scalloped upper edge, kid-overwooden upper arms, bisque forearms, Chevrot hinged hips, wooden lower legs. Condition: generally excellent, original body in near mint condition. Marks: Bru Jne 1 (head and shoulders) Bébé Brevete Bte SGDG...(paper label on chest). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1884. Value Points: the gorgeous bébé combines rarity of size, exceptional modeling and painting, near mint body and bisque hands, beautiful antique costume including cream kidskin shoes marked “B” in oval. $11,000/14,000

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18. Rare Sonneberg Bisque Doll as Look-Alike Bru with Rich Amber Complexion 14” (36 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome and rich amber-tinted complexion, brown glass inset eyes, long painted lashes, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded lips, pierced ears, long brunette human hair wig, amber tinted composition and wooden fully-jointed body, straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 121 8. Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1884, the model closely resembles Bru’s circle-dot model, whose market it aimed to capture. Value Points: the rarity of the model is matched by its gorgeous sculpting and luminous patina of golden-brown complexion, original body and body finish, wearing superb original burgundy silk and velvet dress, undergarments, knit stockings, leather shoes. $1800/2200

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7” (18 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kidedged bisque torso, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointing at shoulders and hips, painted knee-high ribbed stockings enhancing the shapely legs, black painted heels. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: G.K. 42.17 (torso and legs). Comments: Gebruder Kuhnlenz, circa 1890. Value Points: wearing original silk and lace costume and feathered felt bonnet, for the French market. $600/900

20. French All-Bisque Miniature Doll as Cavalier with Miniature Chair 4” (10 cm.) doll. 5” chair. One-piece bisque head and torso, blue glass eyes, closed mouth, painted facial features, peg-jointed arms and legs, blonde mohair wig. Condition: generally excellent.

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Comments: French, circa 1885. Value Points: the doll wears original costume designed as cavalier. Included is miniature metal chair with rich gilt bronze finish and silk seat. $800/1100

21. German All-Bisque Miniature Soldier with Sculpted Helmet 4” (10 cm.) One-piece bisque head and torso, sculpted military helmet over blonde hair, painted facial features with sculpted moustache, jointing of arms and legs, painted black boots. Condition: generally excellent, small flake at helmet.

Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: rare helmet, moustache, and wearing factory original costume. $300/400

22. German Bisque Pouting Character, “Phillip”, by Kammer & Reinhardt in Wonderful Costume 21.

15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, small brown

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glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast pouting expression, chubby cheeks, brunette human hair bobbed wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 115/A 38. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912, the model is known as “Phillip”. Value Points: wistful faced character with fine luminous bisque, original body and body finish, wearing woolen costume, with tin lithographed horn, leather valise, and metal military helmet. $1600/2200

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23. German Paper Mache Lady with Enamel Eyes and Original Costume 18” (46 cm.) Solid domed paper mache shoulderhead, painted black pate, black enamel eyes, delicately-painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, brunette hand-tied human hair wig in long braids, muslin stitch-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, some light craquelure on shoulderplate. Comments: Germany, circa 1840. Value Points: early glass-eyed lady with prideful pose, has original wig and is wearing her original folklore costume including bead embroidered vest and ribbon-tied pearls. $900/1200

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20” (51 cm.) Paper mache shoulderhead, sculpted short black curly hair with painted details around the face, painted brown eyes, lightlyoutlined eyes, accented nostrils, closed mouth, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms, wearing black woolen suit with silk shirt and black velvet bow, saddle shoes. Condition: generally excellent, slight touch-up at right shoulder seam. Comments: Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: well sculpted detail of hair with original feathering detail. $400/600

25. Very Rare German Pull-Toy Cow in Swiss Festival Costume 15” (38 cm.) l. Standing upon a wooden base with cast iron spoked wheels is a brown and white hide-covered cow with large brown glass eyes, horns, carved hooves and nose, and hide tail. The cow has original leather collar with brass bell, and is decorated with a bead-trimmed needlework collar accented with colorful braided ribbon streamers, and with a brass coronet with colorful wreath of flowers. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, mid-1800s. The Alpine

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regions of Switzerland, Germany and Austria traditionally celebrated Spring with the annual “ascent to the mountains” during which herds of cows and their shepherds single-filed the narrow mountain passes to reach the freshest grasses at the mountain peaks, where they feasted until August. At that time, they returned, single-file again, down the narrow passes to the villages below. The return to the villages (“descent from the mountains”, known as “Almabtrieb” in Austria and “Alpabfahrten” in Switzerland) was celebrated by merry festivals. The shepherds dressed in colorful traditional folklore costumes, and the greatest milk-producing cow was bedecked with flowers and a crown.

Historical accounts have poetically described the event as “cow bells

across the meadows”. Value Points: very rare early toy with wonderful detail and historical background. $1600/2200

26. Early German Porcelain Doll with Original Costume 14” (36 cm.) Porcelain shoulderhead with short black sculpted hair accentuated with feathered detail around the forehead, double chin, muslin stitch-jointed body, porcelain lower arms. Condition: generally excellent, left thumb chipped. Comments: Germany, circa 1860. Value Points: seldom-found early model with plumply-modeled face and short hair, original forelock costume. $600/800

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27. Two Early 19th Century Carved Wooden Figures from Grodnertal 14” (36 cm.) h. man. 9”l. donkey. Each of superbly-carved dark wood with rich patina of finish, including man in costume of early 1800s including top hat, long tail jacket, breeches, and with satchel and rifle, with maker’s initial H.A. on underside. And carved donkey with carved detail of harness and saddle and with two detachable baskets, a baby resting in one, and a bird and dish in the other, with old paper label on underside, indicating provenance to the estate of J. Meyer-am Rhyn. Excellent condition, repair to donkey tail. Grodnertal, early 1800s. $1200/1500

28. Outstanding Early Apothecary Shop with Original Contents 34” (86 cm.) x 19” x 11”. The early wooden shop with angled sides has original painted ochre/

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brown finish and is fitted with numerous cabinets, drawers and shelving around the three walls, and with matching counter which stands in the center of the wooden floor with original patterned finish. The store is lavishly filled with apothecary contents including a matched set of milk glass labeled jars which line the top shelf, dozens of glass bottles with intriguing herbal cures, and various labeled tin and cardboard containers, as well as scales, mortar and pestle, ladder, two skulls and a skeleton. A porcelain head man in blue uniform stands in attendance. The shop has original Apotheke name at the center top of back wall. Excellent condition. Germany, mid1800s. $3500/4500

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29. Beautiful Early French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé by Rabery and Delphieu 20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, dimpled chin, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: R 2 D. Comments: Rabery and Delphieu, circa 1882, early period block

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letter model from that firm. Value Points: lovely pale bisque accentuated by rich brown eyes, beautifully painted lips. $3500/4500

30. French Mechanical “Bunny in the Cabbage” by Roullet et Decamps 11” (28 cm.) Emerging from the top of a paper mache cabbage, covered with fabric cabbage leaves, is a white fur-covered bunny with amber glass eyes, hinged ears, hinged jaw with red lips. When wound, music plays, the bunny turns side to side and his ears move up and down.

Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Roullet et Decamps, circa 1900. Value Points: wonderful state of preservation of the white bunny whose motions and music function well. $2500/3500

31. German All-Bisque Miniature Boy with Bisque Tabby Cat 5” (13 cm.) Onepiece bisque head and torso, painted blue eyes with glazed decoration, painted upper eyeliner and brows, closed mouth, jointed bisque arms and legs, white socks and black ankle boots, wearing original black velvet Sunday best suit, hat. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: circa 1900. Value Points: the charming fellow owns an all-bisque tabby cat with painted blue collar and long swishy tail. $400/500

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German all-Bisque BlueStocking Miniature Doll with Wooden Furnishings 5” (13 cm.)

All-bisque doll with swivel head, cobalt blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, four tiny teeth, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted abovethe-knee blue stockings and black flat shoes, nicely costumed.

Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: pretty child doll with rare blue stockings along with wooden miniature washstand with bracketed mirror and matching chair, each with original painted decorations. $600/800

33. Beautiful French Bisque Bébé by Gaultier with Early Block Letter Markings 11” (28 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow,

brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lip, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid bébé body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, bisque forearms, antique costume and undergarments, Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F 3 G (head and shoulderplate). Comments: Gaultier, early period bébé from the illustrious firm, circa 1880. Value Points: very beautiful face on the rare early model, with original kid body, perfect bisque hands. $4500/5500

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with softly-upturned lips in tentative smile, pale lips, Blonde fleecy hair over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, pretty silk dress and bonnet. Condition: generally excellent, chip at left pierced ear lobe. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1877, earliest period bébé with distinctive smiling expression, lovely bisque, original early body and body finish. $3200/3800

35. German Ormolu Miniature Accessories by Erhard & Sohne 4 ½” (11 cm.) h. chandelier. The miniature assortment includes hanging chandelier with looped crystal beads and ormolu band, along with the following accessories, each of fine gilt ormolu: matched pair of frames with lithographed images of boy and girl, birdcage with wall hanging loop, and hanging shelf with elaborate crest. Excellent condition.

Germany, Erhard & Sohne, circa 1890. $500/800

36. Superb All-Original French Bisque Bébé Marchant by Maison Bru with Signed Bru Shoes 25” (65 cm.) Bisque socket head, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, lavishly-painted lashes, brushstroked brows with feathered highlights, rose-blushed eyeshadow, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, dimpled chin and philtrum, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, composition body with jointing at shoulders, elbows, wrists and knees, and kid-over metal hinges at hips which connects to keywind mechanism in torso. When wound, the bébé cries “mama” and “walks”. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Bébé BruR 11. Comments: Bru, Girard epoch, the bébé was deposed in 1891 as Bébé Petit Pas and, again, in 1892 as Bébé Premiere Elan, and was marketed as

34. Petite French Bisque Earliest Period Smiling Bébé by Emile Jumeau 10” (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth

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Bébé Marchant; it was made in this one size only and, considered a luxury model, sold for 30% more than the classic bébé Bru of the era. Value Points: rare model in superbly preserved condition, the bébé is wearing original aqua silk brocade and lace dress with matching bonnet, original undergarments, socks, and ivory satin shoes impressed “Bru Jne Paris”. $7500/9500

37. French Bisque Character with Pouting Expression, Model 252, by SFBJ 11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, dark eyeliner, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast lips in pouting expression, blonde mohair wig, composition bent limb baby body, wearing lovely antique lace dress and bonnet, undergarments, knit slippers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 252 Paris 3.

Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912, from their art character series. Value Points: most endearing expressive features, fine quality of bisque, lovely costume. $1400/1800

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38. French Blue-Eyed Bisque “Bébé Francais” by Emile Jumeau 14” (36 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils of distinctive small nose, small closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body.

Condition: generally excellent, tiny flake at left pierced ear hole. Marks: B 5 F. (head) Bébé Jumeau Diplome d’Honneur (body). Comments: rare model of the Jumeau firm with fine creamy bisque, original signed body, antique blue woolen mariner costume. $2800/3600

39. German All-Bisque Miniature Doll in Original Presentation Box 3” (8 cm.) All-bisque miniature doll with painted facial features, jointed arms and legs, painted shoes, antique blue cotton postman costume. Excellent condition.

Germany, for the French market, the doll is presented in original store window box with tiny envelopes and French messages, tied with blue bows, circa 1900. $200/300

40. Splendid French Bisque BrownEyed Bébé EJA by Emile Jumeau 26” (66 cm.) Bisque socket head with elongated facial modeling and very full cheeks, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with heart-shaped upper lip, outlined lips, dimpled chin and philtrum, separatelyapplied pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork

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pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: EJA 10 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1882, the early signature model was made in two large

sizes only, indicating its luxury status. Value Points: very beautiful quality of bisque, complexion, and painting of features, luxurious antique wig, original body and body finish, antique mariner costume. $12,000/15,000

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41. Beautiful French Bisque Bébé by Andre Thuillier 12” (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with upturned lip corners, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique mariner costume, undergarments. Condition: ½” hairline at back of head by crown rim, otherwise excellent. Marks: A. 4 T. Comments: Andre Thuillier, circa 1885. Value Points: very beautiful example of the rare bébé with entrancing large eyes, very lovely bisque and painting, original body and body finish. $5500/7500

42. Five German All-Bisque Miniature Dolls in Original Factory Costumes 3 ½” (9 cm.) One-piece bisque head and torso, blue glass eyes, closed mouth, painted features, blonde mohair wig, jointed bisque arms and legs, painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: wonderful original costumes include boy in double-breasted green jacket with black pants and hat, painted black stockings and shoes, little girl in Kate Greenaway style costume and three additional. $800/1100

43. French Mechanical Toy “Merry Couple on a BicycleBuilt-For-Two” with Pup 14” (36 cm.) l 9”h. Bisque head man and woman with blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouths, man with painted moustache and goatee, carton torsos and lower limbs, wire upper limbs, are seated on a tandem bicycle (commonly known as bicycle-builtfor-two), with rubber-edged spoked metal wheels, metal frame, and with attached rod with wheeled base to which is attached a white furry poodle with red leather blanket. When wound, the riders briskly wheel along, their little pup at their side. Condition: dolls excellent, costumes original with some dustiness, mechanism appears intact and working except bicycle fork needs reinforcement at wheel junction (mechanism sold as is). Marks: F.G. (dolls).

Comments: French, circa 1890, the tandem bicycle enjoyed popularity during the 1880s when a number of patents were issued, and was further popularized with the 1892 song “Bicycle

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Built For Two”. Value Points: all-original toy as important social history document is given added charm with attached pup, original costumes. $1800/2200

44. Petite French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé

by Emile Jumeau with Original Signed Shoes 10” (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden

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Marks: 1. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1900. Value Points: pretty wide-eyed bébé with original wig, body, body finish, and wearing original muslin chemise with red ribbons, original red knit Jumeau socks, original leather shoes signed Paris Bébé with bee symbol. $1400/1800 43.

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45. French Bisque Poupée by Gaultier in Original Nun’s Habit 15” (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, shaded lips, pierced ears, kid poupée body with gusset-jointing at elbows, hips and knees. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2 (head and shoulders) F.G. (shoulders). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1875. Value Points: especially beautiful face with richly-painted eyeliner and lashes, very study original body, wearing original multi-layered nun’s habit with cape, rosary and other accessories. $2300/3200

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46. Outstanding Early German Reliquary Store with Plentitude of Contents 18” (46 cm.) h. x 26”w. x 13”d. The wooden store with angled roof is painted, original brown exterior with added painting of curtained window at one side, and an open window for clerk at the other side which is framed by painted shutters. The store rests upon a green velvet (later) covered base, and has original store signage “Raritaten -

Devotionalien” above, with tapestry covered front counter, and lace edged shelving at the back wall. The store is filled with an extraordinary collection of miniature religious artifacts including candle holders, statuary, domed wax figures, reliquaries, chalices and more and a bisque doll (later era, circa 1890) stands in attendance. Excellent condition.

German, early 1800s. $3500/4500

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of bisque, original body and body finish, great antique costume, along with German mohair amber-eyed pup by Steiff. $1100/1400

48. French Mechanical “Boy with Cart of Toys”

by Roullet Decamps 12” (30 cm.) h. 12”l. Bisque-head boy with blue glass inset eyes, painted features, open mouth, blonde lambswool wig, carton torso, metal upper arms and legs, hinged legs, and metal hands, is pulling a wooden side-slat cart with metal spoked wheels. When wound, the boy moves legs forward, pulling his toy cart behind. Condition: generally excellent. Mechanism functions well. Comments: Roullet et Decamps, circa 1900. Value Points: the delighted young lad is wearing his factory original black velvet sailor suit, and his cart is filled with four little pups and three miniature bisque dolls. $1800/2300

49. Rare German Curly Brown Mohair Pull-Toy Ram with “Baa-a” Bellows 19” (48 cm.) Standing upon a cast iron frame with spoked wheels is a toy ram with brown curly mohair coat, shaved kidskin muzzle and lower legs, amber glass eyes, ears, tin horns, decorative bows, and with working “baa-a” bellows crier when head is tipped forward. Very good condition. Germany, circa 1890, rare brown curly mohair and tin horns. $1200/1500

50. German Bisque Character, 980, by Marseille with Mechanical Eyes and Tongue 28” (71 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, two upper teeth,

47. German Bisque Glass-Eyed Character, 1428,

by Simon and Halbig 15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, tiny blue glass sleep eyes, fringed upper curly lashes, one-stroke brows, tiny nose, closed mouth modeled as though open with shaded lips, smiling impish expression, laughter crinkles around the eyes, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1428 6. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1912.

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movable tongue, composition toddler body with side-hip jointing, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A 980 M Germany 16 DRGM. Comments: Marseille, circa 1915, the doll has mechanical device in torso and, when wound, the doll moves eyes back and forth in a flirty manner, while simultaneously sticking tongue in and out. The doll was presented as a promotional “attention-getter” in children’s clothing shops. Value Points: very fine quality of bisque and modeling, with rare, amusing and well-functioning mechanical device. $800/1200 50.

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51. Very Rare German Bisque “Max” with Sculpted Dark Brown Bobbed Hair by Kestner 12” (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, sculpted short brown bobbed hair with bangs and comb-marked detail, intaglio blue side-glancing painted eyes, white eyedots, single-dash brows, black and red upper eyeliner, button-shaped nose, closed mouth with wide impish one-line smile, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent.

Comments: Kestner, circa 1915, depicted is Max from 19th century children’s books of Wilhelm Busch and popularized in the early 20th century American comic strip, The Katzenjammer Kids. Value Points: rare variation of Kestner’s version of Max which was also produced in smaller size as an all-bisque doll. $4000/5000

52. German Mohair Rooster and Hen by Steiff with Original Labels 9” (23 cm.) and 11”. Each is of brushed mohair with painted colorful feathers in shades of yellow, black and gold, with felt-covered feet, felt feathers, black bead eyes. Each has original silver button in tail with yellow cloth label, and original paper label with Eulan stamp on reverse. Near mint condition. Germany, Steiff, 1950s. $400/600

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53. German Bisque Art Character, Model 536,

by Bahr and Proschild 22” (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, intaglio brown painted eyes in deeply-set sockets, painted upper lashes with short curly lashes, short brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with well-defined space between the full outlined lips, impressed dimples in cheeks, auburn mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: 536 8. Comments: Bahr and Proschild, circa 1910. Value Points: especially fine modeling details such as upper-glancing intaglio eyes, original body and body finish. $1600/2100

54. German Bisque “Whistling Jim” by Gebruder Heubach in Wonderful Costume 15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, sculpted blonde hair, intaglio blue side-glancing eyes, white eyedots, black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, closed mouth with mouth posed for whistling, muslin body containing bellows for whistling when squeezed, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent, whistling mechanism functions sporadically. Marks: Heubach 5 Germany (model number indecipherable). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: wonderful costume comprising black velvet uniform with tunic front, medals, and pressed velvet helmet with wooden finial and gilt trim. $1100/1500

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55. German Cloth Character by Kathe Kruse, Type VIII known as “Eierkopf”

56. German Cloth Character, Type I,

by Kathe Kruse in Original Costume

18” (46 cm.) All-cloth doll with firmly-pressed and oil-painted facial features, brown side-painted hair with forelock curls, shaded blue/ green eyes, black and brown upper eyeliner, closed mouth, double chin, stitch-jointing at shoulders, disc-jointing at hips. Condition: generally excellent, light cheek rubs. Marks: Kathe Kruse (and illegible number, left foot). Comments: Kathe Kruse, Type VIII, circa 1940, known as “Eierkopf ”, in reference to oversized egg-shaped head. Value Points: rare model with uniquely-shaped head, wearing wonderful costume of red suede lederhosen, plaid shirt, red knit socks, unusual shoes. $1100/1500

18” (46 cm.) All-cloth doll with firmly-pressed and oil-painted brown hair and facial features, well-detailed forelock curls, painted shaded brown eyes, black and brown upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast pouty expression, stitch-jointed upper arms, discjointed legs, Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2963 (right foot) Kathe Kruse 94177 (left foot). Comments: Kathe Kruse, Type I, circa 1935. Value Points: appealing expression on the well-preserved doll, wearing factory original costume and shoes. $1100/1500

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57. Grand German Wooden Dollhouse with All-Original Papers with Luxury Details 30” (76 cm.) x 25”w. x 14”d. The wooden two-story dollhouse with simulated shingle roof has lithographed wall-covers and architectural designs on all four sides, featuring shutters, brickwork, corner stones and more.

The house is resting on self-base and features a side-porch, working front door, hinged sides to access the interior room which still retain their original wall and floor papers and curtains, There are two balconies, chimney, gable window, clock face, glass skylight on the roof, and a spiral staircase. Excellent all-original condition. Germany, late 1800s. $2500/3500

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58. Set, German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings with Lithographed Designs 7” (18 cm.) Each is of light wood with ebony-finished legs and lithographed paper to simulate carved and painted designs, the set comprising settee and two side chairs with gold velvet upholstery, three parlor tables in various styles, etagere with cupboard base, two-

drawer chest with mirrored top and a hall commode with attached mirror. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1995, rare to find in complete set. $500/800

59. Two Early 1800s Miniature Portrait Paintings Including 5”x 5” portrait painting depicting a young lad leaning forward, his chin resting upon his hand and a far-away gaze in his eye, with ink script documentation on the reverse indicated Conrad Kirzel 1824 (very good, with some fading at edges); and 4 ½” circular painting of distinguished gentleman, in semi-profile with strong nose, lace cravat and stand-up collar, balding pate and sideburns, with (illegible) ink script name on reverse and date of his life 1769-1841 (excellent condition).

Germany, early 1800s. $600/900

60. Early Musical Mechanical Handwind Vignette “Lady Seated at the Piano” 59.

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9” (23 cm.) h. 9”w. Arranged upon an early walnut platform which hides the mechanical and

musical movements is an elegant lady with sculpted wooden head and torso, painted facial features and carved black hair with arranged curls, and bronze green silk gown.

She is seated on a piano stool in front of an upright piano with gilt stenciled trim and painted key board with movable keys.

60. Detail When hand wound with brass lever at the front, her hands move up and down over the working keys and beautiful music plays. Condition: generally excellent, costume is frail, mechanism and music function well. Comments: Continental, early 1800s. Value Points: charming early mechanical vignette with original finish on piano and parquet floor. $1800/2300

61. Early Wooden Grodnertal Doll with Yellow Comb 17� (43 cm.) Carved wooden head and torso with very elongated slender throat and waist, heart-shaped face with carved wooden yellow tuck comb at crown, black painted hair waved behind carved ears and with welldefined ringlet curls at the sides of her face, painted creamy complexion and facial features, elongated torso and limbs, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, shapely ankles. Condition: generally excellent, original finish with very minor typical aging. Comments: Grodnertal, circa 1830. Value Points: well-preserved early doll with wonderful ringlet curls, included is early black woolen dress original to the doll. $1800/2500

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62. Wonderful German Cloth “Traumerchen” Doll by Kathe Kruse 20” (51 cm.) All-cloth doll with pressed and oil-painted facial complexion, features and baby hair in shaded brown curls, painted blue eyes with shaded detail and white eyedots, black upper eyeliner and brows, eyeshadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth with pouty expression, blushed cheeks and earlobes, cloth ring neck, stockinette body, separately stitched arms, loosely attached legs, sewn belly button, wearing coral corduroy ensemble, and with additional baby dress and bonnet included. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Kathe Kruse, type 5 model marketed as “Traumerchen”, circa 1925. Value Points: especially well-preserved original finish on the rare model with most endearing expression, costume is likely original. $2200/2800

63. Two German Bisque Miniature Dolls 4 ½” (11 cm.) -6”. The larger with solid domed bisque socket head with flat-cut neck

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socket, tiny glass eyes, closed mouth, wooden body with jointed arms and legs, antique costume, including toy weighted roly-doly; the smaller is all-bisque with sculpted blonde hair and painted features, jointed arms and legs, painted black ankle boots, velvet costume. Condition: generally excellent, smaller doll has repair at neckline (under costume).

Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: charming pair of miniature dolls. $400/500

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64. Two German All-Bisque Googlies in Original Elaborate Cossack Costumes

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4” (10 cm.) -5”. Each is all-bisque with large blue glass googly eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, jointed bisque arms and legs.

Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1915. Value Points: the impish pair are wearing rare all-original Cossack costumes including elaborately-beaded head-dress. $600/900

65. Two German All-Bisque Miniature Dolls 3 ½” (9 cm.) Each is all-bisque with swivel head, jointed limbs, mohair wig, including girl with painted facial features, wonderful antique costume, painted socks and shoes; boy with blue glass eyes, painted features, painted rare brown socks and black one-strap shoes. Included is a pair of small metal dogs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1910. Value Points: delightful little pair of all-bisque dolls. $400/500

66. German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll by Kestner with Rare Jointed Ankles

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16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, small blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with row of painted teeth, double chin, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists and jointed ankles, antique brown velvet dress with lace trim, undergarments, leather shoes. Marks: 10. Comments: Kestner, circa 1890. Value Points: beautiful doll with rarity factors including painted teeth and jointed ankles, and with luxurious original mohair wig, original body and body finish. $1200/1600

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68. Very Beautiful French Bisque Bébé Brevete by Leon Casimir Bru 17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom and shoulderblades, blue glass spiral-threaded inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with delicately-shaped outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French kid bébé body with gusset-jointing at knees and hips, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent, some light patching of kid body. Marks: 5. Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, his first model bébé, circa 1877, with original early body. Value Points: especially beautiful bébé with splendid eyes, exquisite painting of features, perfect bisque hands, antique costume, bonnet, leather shoes. $9000/12,000

67. Early Period French Bisque Bébé Brevete

by Leon Casimir Bru with Presentation Box 16” (41 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, lightly-feathered brows, rose-blushed eyeshadow, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, double chin and plump cheeks, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid bébé body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, bisque forearms and hands. Condition: bisque excellent, some patching on kid body, left hand fingers repaired. Marks: (illegible size number at back of head). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, the rare earliest period bébé by that firm, circa 1877, with original body. Value Points: very sweet expression with lovely soft blush on eyelids and cheeks contrasting the rich brown eyes, wearing antique costume and elaborate white kid skin high-buckle shoes, and presented in early wooden presentation box with (later) muslin dress and undergarments. $8000/11,000

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1890. Value Points: fine original condition with lavish original costume, presented in original boutique box with tambourine. $800/1200

71. Earliest Period French Bisque EJ Bébé

by Emile Jumeau 19” (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass spiral-threaded eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows with feathered details, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined shaded lip, separately-applied pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-balljointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, tiny flake at right upper eye rim. Marks: 7/ EJ.(head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1880. Value Points: splendid spiral-threaded eyes on the rarely-found earliest period version of EJ bébé, original body and body finish. $3500/4500

69. French Bisque Bébé E.J. by Emile Jumeau with Signed Jumeau Shoes 20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, lushly-painted lashes, brushstroked brows, rose-blushed eyeshadow, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, dimpled chin, separately-applied pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E. 9 J (and artist checkmarks, head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: lovely creamy bisque with finely-painted features, original body and body finish, wearing antique chemise dress, knit cap, undergarments, signed Jumeau shoes. $3200/3800

70. French Bisque Polichinelle in Original Costume and Box 13” (33 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with blue glass inset eyes, painted facial features, open mouth, two tiny teeth, white mohair wig, on original straw-filled body with sewn-on rose and ivory silk jester costume with gilt metallic fringe and trim, matching bi-corn hat and slippers, brass bells. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa

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72. German Lithographed-over-Wood Doll Room with Wonderful Detail and Furnishings 20” (51 cm.) x 12” x 7”. An open-front doll room forms a Victorian parlor with lavish lithographed paper-over-wood on the three walls detailing windows, draperies, paintings, furniture, accessories, and even

a peek into an adjoining room. The floor has lithographed paper to simulate carpet, and the room has actual furnishings in addition to the printed ones: a Walterhausen Boulle style ensemble with gilt accents and crushed velvet upholstery with silk fringe. There are two side chairs, a pedestal table and a settee with high crest back. The room also has two tall silver candelabras, a six-arm candelabra, and a gilt vase with dried flowers. Excellent condition.

Germany, circa 1900. $1100/1300

73. French Lady’s Desk for Petite Bébé or Poupée in the Louis XVI Manner

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9” (23 cm.) The wooden-framed lady’s desk with slanted drop front has cabriole-shaped bronze legs, metal lattice edging at the top, and is richly decorated with printed embossed sides and front having lavish garlands surrounding Grecianthemed scenes of women and Cupids. The interior is silk lined (lacking one shelf). Marked Modele Depose Brevete SGDG in gilt on underside.

Excellent condition. French, circa 1880. $600/900

74. Petite French Salon Furnishings for Small Bébé or Poupée 10” (25 cm.) l,. sofa, 7”h. chairs. The fourpiece ensemble features ebony wooden legs and includes pedestal table with handpainted flowers on rose silk table cover, along with sofa and two matching chairs each with original rose silk upholstery with coral buttoned tufting, braid edging.

Excellent condition. French, circa 1885. $500/800

75. 19th Century Aqua Gown for Lady Doll, with Bonnet For lady doll about 24”-26”, 6” shoulders.

19” overall. Of aqua fabric with dart-shaped definition of waist, self-covered buttons and button holes down the entire front, coat sleeves with pleated cuffs, arranged drapes at the back of gown, over underskirt.

Along with woven cap with tulle cover, blue flowers and blue silk streamers. Fair/good condition, some fading of fabric, underskirt may not be original. $300/500

76. French Porcelain Poupée

by Leontine Rohmer with Original Signed Body 14” (36 cm.) Porcelain shoulderhead,

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painted blue outlined eyes with painted all-around lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, unpierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French softly-stuffed kid poupée body with gussetjointing at hips and knees, kid-over-wooden upper arms, porcelain lower arms, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Mme. Rohmer/Brevete SGDG Paris (torso stamp). Comments: Leontine Rohmer, circa 1860. Value Points: especially beautiful painting on face with richly-painted eyeliner and lashes, original signed body. $2800/3500

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77. German Bisque Character, Model 1279,

by Simon and Halbig with Impressed Cheek Dimples 12” (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, tiny mouth with outlined open lips, four tiny porcelain teeth, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, pretty lace dress. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S&H 1279 Dep Germany 3 ½.

Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1895. Value Points: scarce model with wonderful impressed dimples at lip corners, cheeks, chin and philtrum, original body and body finish. $700/900

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78. German Bisque Character Doll by Gebruder Heubach in Tinplate Maerklin Carriage 5” (13 cm.) doll. 7” carriage.

Solid domed bisque socket head, painted blonde brushstroked hair, painted facial features, closed mouth with downcast pouty expression, composition baby body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910.

Value Points: the wistful-faced doll is wearing factory original flannel costume, and is posed in original tinplate three-wheel stroller with spoked wheels, original cream and aqua, with gilt handle, very fine original condition. $1100/1500

79. German Bisque Character with Shy Smiling Expression

by Gebruder Heubach 10” (25 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulderhead, light blonde brushstroked hair, intaglio tiny blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, white eyedots, closed mouth with shy smiling expression, muslin stitch-jointed body, bisque lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Heubach (in square) 2/0 D Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: most endearing shy expression with impish undertones on the little tyke. $400/600 79.

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80. Trio of German All-Bisque Miniature Dolls Designed by Jeanne Orsini in Original Costumes 5” (13 cm.) Each has one-piece bisque head and torso, brown glass eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, closed mouth, original mohair wig, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs, modeled bent elbows with pointing finger on right hand, painted white stockings to above the knees, black one-strap shoes. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: JIO c. 1920 (incised). Comments: the unique trio of character dolls, each with distinctive facial expression, designed by the American artist, circa 1920, made in Germany. Value Points: wonderful dolls, rare to find as a complete set, are wearing their factory original costumes. $1200/1600

82. Two Continental Wax Poupards in Original Presentations 5 ½” (14 cm.) and 7”. Each is poured wax head with tiniest enamel inset eyes, painted lips of closed mouth, lightly-blushed cheeks, on original firm cone-shaped body form which is enclosed in original silk and lace bunting. Condition: generally excellent. Comments:

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Continental, early 1800s. Value Points: rare dolls in most desirable petite size are in original presentation costumes, stored in early paper box. $800/1200

83. Sonneberg Bisque Closed Mouth Doll in Wonderful Original Costume 15” (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, kid gussetjointed body, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 8. Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1885, the model was designed to appeal to the French market. Value Points: beautiful French look-alike doll is wearing original lace dress with aqua silk trim, matching bonnet and fringed cape, undergarments, socks, leather shoes with silver buckles. $1100/1400

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and with original finish albeit quite rubbed. Marks: Sch (in shield) 2.

Comments: Schmitt et Fils, circa 1880. Value Points: beautiful shyfaced bébé with especially fine painting around the eyes, pretty antique costume. $5500/7500

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84. French Bisque Character, Model 229,

by SFBJ in Wonderful Antique Costume 17” (43 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass inset eyes, painted curly lashes, light feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, slightlyparted lips in smiling expression, row of porcelain teeth, accented nostrils, brunette mohair wig, French composition fully-jointed body.

Condition: Generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 229 Paris 6. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912. Value Points: rarer model with wonderfully defined smiling expression, wearing antique black velvet suit, brocade vest, saddle shoes, watch and fob, and with wonderful salesman sample beaver skin top hat with silk lining and gilt lettering of manufacturer. $1200/1500

85. French Bisque Blue-Eyed Bébé, Size 2,

by Schmitt et Fils 15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump cheeks, blue glass spiral-threaded eyes, very dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth, center accent line, 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: bisque excellent, body is original

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86. German Tinplate Miniature Doll Stroller

by Maerklin with All-Bisque Baby 6 ½” (17 cm.) l. carriage. The tinplate metal doll stroller has two large spoked wheels and unusual metal frame allowing the carriage to remain upright when not supported by the pusher, with tiny spoked wheels at the back frame, in original ivory finish with gilt accents, handle and wheels, and (recovered) hinged sunshade. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Maerklin, Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: rare model carriage in fine original condition, along with all-bisque baby of the era. $1100/1400

87. German Pressed Tin Carriage by Maerklin 9” (23 cm.) The pressed tinplate carriage with four double-spoked wheels, curved handle and wooden hand grip, hinged sunshade, with antique fittings and containing two small dolls. Excellent condition, original finish with some typical rubs. Germany, Maerklin, circa 1890. $1200/1600

88. Petite French Bisque Bébé, Rare Size 000, by Schmitt et Fils 12” (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, very full cheeks, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, rose-blushed eye- shadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth, outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French

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composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with flatcut derriere and straight wrists, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, original body finish except retouch to hands. Marks: Sch (in shield) 000 (head) Sch (in shield, on derriere). Comments:

Schmitt et Fils, circa 1882. Value Points: very dear bĂŠbĂŠ with delicate expression and painting, original body and body finish, rare 000 size, antique costume. $6000/8000

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89. Unique French Postal Train Car with Original Provenance 13” (33 cm.) w. x 13”h. x 11”d.

A wooden-framed railway car is finished with tinted straw in decorative manner to create wall murals, carpets, inlay furnishings, and walls in the interior, and slatted boards and window frames on the exterior. When opened, the interior room has built-in furnishings including table, reclining sofa with pillows, desk and work table with lamp and telephone, and a carpet is attached to the floor. The exterior has cast iron wheels, lamps, and other railway car apparatus. Very good/excellent condition.

Included is an early ink script note describing the car which (translated) reads “Postal Wagon [made] in tinted straw, made by J. Gardon, retired courier of Paris mail, made in Saint Maur-les-Fosses, May 25, 1915” with J. Gardon signature. The French postal service historically used train cars known as post wagons, mostly integrated into passenger trains with sleeping and resting areas as well as office space. This unique and wonderfullyimaginative piece, with maker’s provenance, was one man’s celebration of his earlier working history. $1800/2500

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90. French Sac du Voyage for Poupée or Small Bébé 5 ½” (14 cm.)

With wooden base covered with black leather and brown kidskin straps accented with brass studs, and with striped canvas upper section with brass frame and braid handle. Condition: good/very good, one handle missing, canvas age-darkened.

Comments: French, the sac du voyage (commonly referred to as “carpet-bag” in America during its era) was a popular travel case during the mid1800s, allowing closed storage below, and easy access above.

Value Points: rare accessory for French dolls. $400/500

91. German Dollhouse Parlor Furnishings with Original Velvet Upholstery 5” (13 cm.) h. chairs. The set comprises two arm chairs, two side chairs and a sofa with rolled arms accented by ormolu lion’s heads, each upholstered in original burgundy velvet with patterned velvet back and decorative braid and fringe; along with a walnut desk with working drawer, carved details, decorated with various desk accessories and frame. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1890, rare parlor set with wonderful details of finish. $500/800

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92. Three German Bisque Dollhouse Gentleman in Elaborate Costumes 6” (15 cm.) Each has bisque shoulderhead with blonde sculpted hair, painted features, muslin body, bisque lower limbs, painted brown ankle boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1880.

Value Points: each is wearing original silk costume in the 18th century manner; including gilded metal chair and Gothic style hanging wall clock. $500/700

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93. Beautiful French Bisque Bébé by Leon Casimir Bru with Original Signed Bru Shoes 17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kidedged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom and shoulderblades, blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauveblushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, slender kid bébé body with scalloped upper edge, kid-overhinged hips, wooden lower legs, kid-overwooden arms, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent, restoration to one finger on left hand. Marks: Bru Jne 5 (head and shoulderplate). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1884. Value Points: splendid eyes are featured in this beautiful bébé from golden age of Bru, original body, lovely antique costume, leather shoes signed “Bru Jne Paris 5”. $13,000/16,000

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94. German All-Bisque Boy with Carved Bone Toy Hobby Horse 4” (10 cm.) One-piece bisque head and torso, blue glass inset eyes, painted features, closed mouth, jointed bisque arms and legs, painted black socks and yellow shoes.

Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1890. Value Points: rare painted shoes and socks, antique (frail) burgundy woolen suit, and carrying carved bone hobby horse. $300/500

95. Early German Bisque Character with Sculpted Hair

by Simon & Halbig 12” (30 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with sculpted short brown hair, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, closed mouth with center accent line, kid pin-jointed body, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 3 H. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1880. Value Points: brighteyed little boy with slight smile, maker’s signature, antique velvet costume and carrying early carved wooden puppet king. $800/1100

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96. Outstanding Wooden Dollhouse Mansion with Luxury Details 37” (94 cm.) h. x 34”w. (39” if front panels opened) x 17”d. The wooden two story dollhouse is painted original cream with hand-painted decorative borders, faux-marble painted side columns, grey paned windows on all sides, mansard roof (which removes for access to added European wiring for interior lights, not known if working), widow’s walk above the roof line, balconies on each side, lock and key for closing the front panels. The interior features four large rooms with interior hinged doors, and the rooms have wall and floor papers or carpets (possibly original) as well as curtained windows. Excellent condition. The house was a center feature in the Madame Bossard collection. Mid/late 1800s. $2500/3500

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97. Beautiful French Bisque Poupée with KidOver-Wooden Body and Bisque Arms 17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kidedged bisque shoulderplate, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, ears pierced into head, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid-stretched-over-wood body with dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, bisque lower arms and hands, antique costume and leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent, small chip at back upper shoulderplate, right wooden toes broken. Comments: French, circa 1865. Value Points: beautiful face with gentle expression and flawless complexion, rare body style, perfect bisque hands with well-defined fingers. $2500/3500

98. Collection of Tiny Carved Bone Miniature Furnishings and All-Bisque Doll 3” (8 cm.) h. armoire. Each of the miniature furnishings is of filigree carved bone with elaborate detail, including pianoforte with sheet music rack, two side chairs with finials, armoire with mirrored front which opens to shelved interior containing a selection of carved bone dishes, rocking chair and settee.

Along with all-bisque doll with swivel head, painted features, blue ankle boots, factory original costume. Condition: generally excellent, one small damage on top of piano. Comments: late 1800s. Value Points: wonderful selection of tiny furniture with intricate detail. $500/800

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99. Pair, German Bisque Dollhouse Dolls in Wonderful Antique Costumes 6” (15 cm.) Each has bisque shoulderhead, closed mouth, muslin body, bisque lower arms and legs, painted shoes and socks, including woman with glass eyes, blonde mohair up-swept wig with ringlet curls, wearing a superb antique gown and carrying basket; and gentleman with black sculpted hair in 1830s style , painted brown eyes, and wearing brown and tan suit of the era with tiny boutonniere and top hat. Condition: generally excellent.

Comments: Germany, circa 1890, the woman by Simon and Halbig. Value Points: especially charming pair, the gentleman with rare hair style, and she with superb wig and gown. $600/800

100. Beautiful French Bisque Poupée with Dehors Articulation from Maison Simonne 17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, Dehors neck articulation allowing the head to tilt side-to-side and front and back as well as traditional swivel, thick dark eyeliner, delicately-painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, accented lips, ears pierced into head, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupée body with gusset-jointing at hips, knees and elbows.

Condition: generally excellent, few kid patches on body.

Marks: Simonne Paris Passage Delorme (stamp on front torso). Comments: Maison Simonne, the prestige Parisian doll shop, presented the doll, circa 1870. Value Points: beautiful poupée with Simonne label, rare Dehors articulation, and very fine antique ivory satin ensemble and ivory kidskin shoes. $2500/3500

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by Jules Steiner in Lovely Antique Costume

8” (20 cm.) Heavy tinplate carriage with embossed design to simulate wicker has double-spoked wheels, original ivory finish with gilt accents and rolled handles, collapsible sunshade. Very good condition, some rubs to finish, sunshade cover is worn. Germany, Maerklin, circa 1900. $900/1300

20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked fringed brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, French composition fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: J. Steiner Bte SGDG Paris Fre A 13 (head) Le Petit Parisien Bébé Steiner Medaille d’Or Paris 1889 (body). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1890. Value Points: beautiful bébé with original body and body finish, original aqua silk and lace trim, matching frou-frou bonnet, undergarments, leather shoes. $2800/3500

102. Tiniest Early Period French Bisque Bébé, 3/0, by Jules Steiner with Original Signed Body 10” (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde lambswool wig over cork pate, French composition fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique cotton smock, undergarments, socks, shoes, woven bonnet with floral design. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 3/0 (head) (caduceus original stamp on body). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1875, early period bébé by that firm with original signed body. Value Points: rare size, most endearing expression, of the early bébé. $2800/3200

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104. Rare French Mechanical Toy Poodle

by Roullet et Decamps 15” (38 cm.) The paper mache shaped poodle with flannel cover has kid-over-paper mache hinged legs and elongated muzzle, amber glass eyes, black painted nose, fluffy white curly modeled tail, mane and chest. When wound, the poodle walks forward. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1900, Roullet et Decamps, from

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105. French Bisque Bébé, Series C,

by Jules Steiner 16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark

eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked fringed brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, cork pate, French composition fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: Sie C 1. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1882. Value Points: sought-after early model with lovely painting, original body and body finish. $2800/3200

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106. All-Original German Bisque Character, 101, “Marie”, by Kammer and Reinhardt 13” (34 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted facial features, painted blue downcast eyes with heavily modeled eyelids, one-stroke tapered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pouty lips, brunette mohair wig with side-coiled braids, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R 101 34.

Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910, their model “Marie” from their art character reform series. Value Points: wonderful all original model in unplayed with condition, has original wig, body, body finish, and wears wonderful original folklore costume with embroidered flowers on shawl and coiffe. $1800/2300

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107. German Wooden Elevator Dollhouse by Moritz Gottschalk for the French Market 34” (86 cm.) h. x 28”w (48” if doors fully opened) x 24”d. The two-story wooden dollhouse with lithographed paper cover and painted blue roof features out-set center front panel with porch on first and second floor, each with opening doors with original Gottschalk door handles, and a large glass window on the attic floor, there are wooden-framed windows at front with detailed architectural trim, front columns, front steps, two rooftop balconies, and important large elevator with luxury fitted interior and seat which extends the entire height from 1st floor to attic. There are original wall and floor papers; curtains are later added. There is an original paper label for Au Nain Bleu of Paris on the side.

Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1890, Moritz Gottschalk for Au Nain Bleu. $2500/3500

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108. Rare German Bisque Character Set by Kestner in Larger Size and in Original Box 19” (48 cm.) Presented in original box base is a bisque-head complete doll and three additional bisque heads. The doll has blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden balljointed body, and is wearing factoryoriginal muslin chemise with lace and ribbon trim. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Made in Germany G 7 ½ 171 10 (head) Germany (body).

Comments: Kestner, circa 1910. Value Points: in fine unplayed with condition, the set includes the original three additional bisque art character heads, each with blonde or brunette mohair wig, painted brown eyes, and closed mouth, and each with variation of expressive mood (smiling, somber). $6000/8000

108.1. German All-Bisque Miniature Child Dolls with Sculpted Smocks 4” (10 cm.) pair. Each is one-piece all bisque with painted facial features and sculpted costumes, including a crawling baby with sculpted blonde hair and cherubic facial expression, and modeled-together pair of girl posed as though dancing, with clasped arms, mohair wigs. Excellent condition.

Germany, circa 1900. $300/400

109. German Bisque Glass-Eyed Googly, Nobbi Kid, by Marseille 7” (18 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, closed mouth with impish smile, brunette mohair wig, composition toddler body with painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: A 253 M Nobbi Kid US Pat.Off Germany 11/0. Comments: Marseille, circa 1920. Value Points: wonderful expression, wearing factory-original Tyrolean style costume. $400/500

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110. German Bisque Brown-Eyed Googly, 189, in Delightful Expression 7� (18 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sideglancing googly eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, button-shaped nose, closed mouth with impish smile, brunette mohair wig, firmly-stuffed twill body, Tyrolean style costume. Condition: bisque excellent, originality of body uncertain.

Marks: 189. Comments: Germany, circa 1915. Value Points: great expression on the hard to find model. $300/400

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111. German Bisque Glass-Eyed Googly, Model 221, by Kestner 12� (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, large blue round glass googly sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted upper curly lashes, side-angled brows with ochre shading, button-shaped nose with accented nostrils, closed mouth with slight impish smile, brunette mohair bobbed wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing green knit costume and cap, leather shoes.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: B Made in Germany 6 JDK 221 Ges Gesch. Comments: Kestner, circa 1912. Value Points: delightful googly imp with very choice bisque, original body, body finish, wig, rare size, and with velvet googly-eyed pup. $2500/3500 109.

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112. German Play Set “Die Schule” (The School) in Original Box 13” (33 cm.) x 13”. The heavy wooden and card stock box with beautiful lithographed design of children playing school on lid (and repeated on inside lid), opens to a well-fitted interior of various school accessories including abacus, soft metal ink well, series of notebooks and composition books, folios, lesson cards, leather valise lettered “Schulmappe” and a small leather valise lettered “Fruhstuck” (breakfast).

Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1900. $800/1100

113. Rare German Bisque Glass-Eyed Character “Dolly Dimple” by Gebruder Heubach 18” (43 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, short feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, open mouth, very full outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, impressed dimples at center bottom lip and cheeks, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: dep Dolly Dimple Germany 7 ½. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915. Value Points: the rarity of the model, named for the distinctive deeply-impressed cheek and chin dimples, is accentuated by fine quality of bisque, original body and body finish, factory original dress. $800/1100

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115. Beautiful German Bisque Character by Gebruder Heubach, Variation of Dolly Dimple 23” (58 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, long painted curly lashes, incised eyeliner, fringed narrow brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth with impressed dimples at lip corners and philtrum, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 11 Heubach (sunburst mark). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915, the identical model to the Heubach doll marked “Dolly Dimple” except without cheek dimples. Value Points: beautiful doll highlighted by wide-eyed expression, choicest bisque. $1100/1300

114. Pair, German Bisque Art Characters “Hans” and “Peter”

by Kammer and Reinhardt, with Steiff Pup 8” (20 cm.) Each with bisque socket head, painted blue eyes, painted brows and facial features, closed mouth with pouting expression, blonde or brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R 101 (or 114) 21.

Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912, from the firm’s art character series, the models marketed as Hans and Peter. Value Points: wonderful little pair, each with original wig, fully-articulated body and body finish, antique costume, and carrying original Steiff bulldog pup with amber glass eyes and early Steiff button in ear. $1600/1900

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116. Swiss Carved Wooden Doll with Bobbed Hair Style by Huggler 16” (41 cm.) All wooden shoulderhead with carved hair in bobbed style, painted brown eyes, black upper eyeliner, single-stroke brows, closed mouth, original cloth stitch-jointed body, wooden lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Huggler of Switzerland, early 1900s. Value Points: the demure brown-eyed doll has deeply-sculpted hair and is wearing factory original costume. $400/500

117. Swiss Carved Wooden Doll with Side Coiled Braids by Huggler 14” (36 cm.) All wooden doll with swivel head, deeply-carved hair with side-coiled braids, painted blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with slight smile, jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. Condition: generally excellent.

Comments: Huggler of Switzerland, early 1900s. Value Points: deeply-carved detail of hair and fully-jointed wooden body, original folklore costume. $400/500

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118. German Dollhouse Room with Wonderful Architectural Details

by May & Widmayer 27” (69 cm.) w. x 18”h. x 20”d. Of sturdy chestnut with original dark finish, the large banquet room features wooden floor, wainscoting and ceiling molding, a set-back alcove at the center back with large

windows, two windows at the left side and a faux double-door at the right. The windows have original die-cut tinplate stencils to appear as leaded windows. The wall above the wainscoting have original ink-blue paper cover. The room is furnished with dark wood tavern table and chairs, grandfather clock, and more. Carved wooden figures stand on pedestal tables, pewter and earthenware furnish the table and shelves,

mounted deer heads hang on the walls, carved wooden dogs stand in attendance, and a carved wooden man in original costume stands in the center. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1895, a nearly identical room appeared in the 1894 catalog of the firm, May & Widmayer, described as “deutscher Renaissance� style. $3500/4500

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119. Early German Wooden Carved Lady and Gentleman with Rare Jointed Necks 14” (36 cm.) Each is all-wooden with well-defined sculpting of facial features, painted brown eyes in deeply-set sockets, strong nose, firmly-set lips, original wig, dowel-jointed throat allowing the head to tilt forward, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, carved and painted shoes and stockings, and attached to original wooden base. Condition: generally excellent, woman’s wig worn away in the back. Comments: Germany, early 1800s Value Points: rarity factors including jointing of throat, wonderful detail of carved boots, original costume of woman. $1200/1600

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120. Pair, German Carved Wooden Dollhouse Dolls in Early Costumes 6” (15 cm.) Each is all wooden with one-piece head and torso, sculpted and painted hair, painted complexion and facial features, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, and hips, mounted on original round wooden bases. Condition: generally excellent, original finish albeit a bit faded. Germany, early 1800s. Value Points: each is wearing original velvet costume in the Renaissance style. $400/500

121. Early Continental Carved Wooden Character with Rare Jointed Elbows

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9 ½” (24 cm.) The carved wooden doll with one-piece head, torso and legs posed in semi-seated manner, has deeply-sculpted curly brown hair, well-defined facial features, brown enamel eyes, closed mouth with solemn expression, jointing at shoulders and elbow, separately-carved curled fingers, defined toes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Continental, early 1800s. Value Points: rare doll with well-preserved original finish, enamel eyes, rare elbow jointing. $1100/1500

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122. Early German Nuremberg Kitchen with Rare Built-in Stove and Chimney 22” (56 cm.) w. X 20”h including chimney x 15”d. The wooden-framed kitchen with original painted olive-green exterior and mustard-yellow interior walls has built-in wooden stove with chimney, built-in shelves on each side wall with plate rails, built-in cupboard and chicken coop. The floor has original painted finish to simulate wood planking. The kitchen is furnished with tin and copper utensils and pots, as well as early earthenware bowls. Attending the kitchen is a paper mache doll with early costume and original body. Excellent condition, original finish throughout. Germany, Nuremberg, early 1800s. $1800/2500

123. Early Grodnertal Wooden Doll as English Peddler Lady with Wonderful Wares 8” (20 cm.) Standing upon a wooden platform behind a wooden table is a wooden Grodnertal doll with painted features and hair, dowel-jointed body, wearing original costume. The table is laden with a bounty of exceptional early wares in a rich assortment. Condition: well-preserved and original albeit age darkened costume and wares. Comments: presented for the English market, early 1800s. Value Points: wonderfully laden table with notions, folio of drawings, musical instruments. $1200/1500

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126. Early French Portrait Painting of Aristocratic Gentleman 4 ½” (11 cm.) Presented in original oval gilt frame is a semiprofile painting of aristocratic gentleman with pronounced nose, white periwig, garbed in regimental uniform. Ink script on the back of the frame indicates the partly legible name of the person as Le Colonel Hauser.

Excellent condition. French, early 1800s. $700/900

124. Early Wooden Box with Hand-Painted Decorations 23” (58 cm.) w. x 9”h. x 11”d. The wooden box has metal framing and is painted original red with hand-painted decorations in gold and black, and with additional metal stud border edgings, one bail handle at side (one missing). The unfinished interior has early decoupage etchings. $500/700

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125. Outstanding Collection of Early English Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings 6” (15 cm.) h. armoire. Fifteen pieces of fine fruitwood or walnut furnishings, each of the Hepplewhite era, and each decorated with inlay star designs, including cupboard with double glass doors, drop-front secretary desk, two tables, two threedrawer chests, sewing table with lift-top, bed, and six chairs with original upholstery and fringed edging. Excellent overall condition. English, early 1800s. $1200/1500

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127. Early German Paper Mache Lady with Enamel Eyes and Very Fine Original Wig 25� (64 cm.) Solid domed paper mache shoulderhead with oval-shaped face and strong elongated throat, black enamel inset eyes, painted lower lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with heart-shaped upper lip, muslin stitchjointed body, leather arms. Condition: generally excellent.

Comments: Germany, circa 1840. Value Points: fine original lustrous finish, with superb original wig in elaborate looped braids, early costume. $1400/2200

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128. American Carved Wooden Blue-Eyed Character Boy by Schoenhut 20� (51 cm.) All-wooden doll with carved socket head, painted blue intaglio eyes with white eyedots, lightly-tinted brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast lips, blonde mohair tacked-on wig, wooden spring-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, original finish with little paint flake on upper lip. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan. 17th, 1911 USA. Comments: Schoenhut, circa

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1912. Value Points: deeply-defined features including intaglio eyes, original wig and Schoenhut shoes. $400/500

129. American Carved Wooden Brown-Eyed Character Girl by Schoenhut 22� (56 cm.) All-wooden doll with carved socket head, painted brown eyes with white eyedots, lightly-tinted brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast lips, blonde mohair wig, wooden spring-

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jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan. 17th, 1911 USA. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1912. Value Points: rare large size of the wistful-faced girl with fine original finish. $400/600

130. Two Large German Reclining Collie Dogs

by Steiff 12” (30 cm.) and 20” including tails. Each is of long curly golden mohair with hand-painted accents, long fluffy tail, amber glass eyes, open mouth with felt interior and tongue, embroidered nose tip. Each with original Steiff button in ear, the larger with yellow cloth label 2343, and with Eulan-backed Steiff original paper label “Collie”. Near mint condition. Germany, Steiff, circa 1950. $400/600

131. German Wooden Horse Stable with Caretaker’s Apartment 26” (66 cm.) x 21” x 10”. The wooden stable is constructed with open stables below a constructed apartment, with lithographed paper cover to simulate architectural details, painted blue roof. Above the four stable

stalls are names of horses, Humbold, Prinz, Vulkan, and Mars, and housed in the stalls are three horses on wooden platforms. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1900. $1200/1500

132. Delightful German Bisque Googly in Polka Dot Costume 7” (18 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, closed mouth with impish smile, brunette mohair wig, composition five-piece toddler body, painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 10/6 Germany. Comments: Germany, circa 1915, charming polka dot costume and cap, linen pinafore. $400/500

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133. Collection of German Ormolu Dollhouse Prints

by Erhard & Sohne 3 ½” (9 cm.) x 2 ½”. Each of 17 lithograph prints or mirrors, several being matched pairs, enclosed in original ormolu frame, including print of girl with doll, and several child themed. Excellent condition. Germany, Erhard & Sohne, circa 1890. $500/800

134. French Child Mannequin with Riding Costume and Accessories 36” (91 cm.) The firm-bodied armature with wooden finial and carved wooden boots having defined side buttons and heels, has applied felt flannel riding pants, and is wearing

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a black velvet double-breasted vest and lace jabot. Included is a brass hunting horn and pewter flask with embossed designs of hunting dog and birds. Excellent condition. French, circa 1880. $600/800

135. Wonderful Trio of German All-Bisque Brown-Complexioned Dolls in Original Costumes 5” (13 cm.) Each is all-bisque with rich brown complexion, swivel head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted features, closed mouth, peg-jointed arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 3/0.

Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: rare model, especially in this trio set, each wearing its factory-original exotic costume with faux-jewel trim. $1200/1500

136. Rare French BrownComplexioned Bisque Bébé by Leon Casimir Bru in Petite Size 2 11 ½” (29 cm.) Light-brown complexioned bisque swivel head on matching bisque shoulderplate, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark painted eyeliner, brown brushstroked brows, painted lashes, accented nostrils, closed mouth, outlined lips, pierced ears, black mohair wig over cork pate, slender kid bébé body with scalloped upper rim, kid-over-wooden upper arms, brown bisque lower arms, hinged hips, wooden lower legs, antique red flannel coat dress and matching bonnet with embroidery edging, undergarments, leather shoes.

Condition: generally excellent, tiny nose tip rub Marks: Bru Jne 2 (head and shoulders) Bébé Bru...(original paper label on torso). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1885.

Value Points: rare glowing amber brown complexion, original sturdy body with matching bisque arms and perfect hands, rare petite size. $9000/11,000

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137. German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings by D.H. Wagner

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6” (15 cm.) h. desk.

Each is of light wood with lithographed paper finish having gilt designs to simulate inlay French boulle furniture, and some with white accents to suggest marble; included is secretary-desk with drop front above three drawers; four drawer chest of drawers; lady’s desk with compartments on upper cabinet; armoire with double doors; washstand with double-door cabinet and attached mirror; side table and a smaller matching side table; oval parlor table with pedestal base, and small four drawer cabinet.

Excellent condition.

Germany, attributed to D.H. Wagner, circa 1880. $600/900

138. Collection of German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings in the D.H. Wagner Manner

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7” (18 cm.) l. sofa. Each is of light wood with dark mahogany finish or lithographed paper finish to simulate inlay French boulle designs.

Included are a long sofa with original green silk upholstery and pillows; large open-front cupboard with green paper lining on shelves; small marble-top chest;

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wall-hanging cabinet for keys; marble-top table with attached unit (two drawers missing); tall hall mirror with white marble shelf, and small hanging cabinet. Overall excellent. Germany, circa 1880. $600/900

139. Outstanding Set of German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings

by Eppendorfer & Nacke 8� (20 cm.) Each of fine wood with mahogany finish and with ebony accent trim and gilt ormolu applique mounts, including bookcase with paned window on upper cupboard and ebony-trimmed columns; desk with curved front cabinets, pencil drawers and mirrored top; trestle table; upright piano with hinged keyboard cover, and two arm chairs, one side chair and stool with green silk upholstery having braid edging and painted designs. Excellent condition. Germany, Effendorfer & Noche, circa 1890. $800/1100

140. Three German Bisque Dollhouse Dolls with Rare Expressions 6� (15 cm.) Each has bisque shoulderhead, sculpted hair, painted facial

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features, muslin body, bisque lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent.

Comments: Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: rare trio with unique features, including brown-eyed man with black goatee and moustache, blonde haired man with brown eyes and long blonde beard and very full moustache, and black haired young man with large brown eyes. $800/1100

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141. French Bisque Closed Mouth Clown by Rabery and Delphieu with Painted Clown Decorations 14” (36 cm.) Bisque socket head with white complexion with painted facial clown decorations, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, brown curvy brows, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, French paper mache body with jointing at shoulders and hips.

Condition: chip at back crown rim, some frailty to original silk of costume, otherwise excellent. Marks: R. 4 D. Comments: Rabery and Delphieu, circa 1890.

Value Points: charming fellow with wonderfullypainted features, flawless complexion, factory original costume. $1800/2200

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7” (18 cm.) Bisque socket head, rich brown complexion, black glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, slightly-parted lips, black fleecy hair, brown complexion body with jointing at hips and shoulders, painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 34-17. Comments: Gebruder Kuhnlenz, circa 1890. Value Points: flawless complexion, the little boy wears wonderful Moorish costume. $400/500

143. German Bisque Googly Character, Model 323,

by Marseille 8” (20 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig, composition toddler body, painted socks and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Armand Marseille Germany 323 8/0 M. Comments: Marseille, circa 1920. Value Points: the googly-eyed rascal is wearing original muslin clown costume. $300/400

145. Petite French Bisque Bébé, Figure A, by Jules Steiner 11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate, French composition fully-jointed body, pretty antique costume

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and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Steiner Paris Fre A 3 (head) Le Petit Parisien (body). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1890. Value Points: precious petite size with sweet expression, lovely bisque and painting, original wig, pate, body and body finish. $1700/2300

146. French Bisque Bébé E.J., by Emile Jumeau in Superb Exotic Costume and Signed Jumeau Shoes 18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark painted eyeliner, painted lashes, mauveblushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, separately-modeled pierced ears, brunette human hair over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E 8 J (and artist checkmarks) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: very fine bisque, complexion and features, original early body and body finish, superb exotic silk costume with embroidered details and leather shoes signed Bébé Jumeau Depose 8. $3500/4500

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model, circa 1882. Value Points: lovely bisque with subtle blush on eyelids, cheeks and chin, original early body in especially nice condition, beautiful antique costume and bonnet. $3500/4200

147.1. Collection of German Ormolu Dollhouse Accessories 6” (15 cm.) h. buffet. Each piece is of ormolu, and includes buffet with lattice back, double cupboard doors and upper shelves; mantel clock with pendulum; grandfather clock with movable hands and swinging pendulums; bird cage with bird and feeders; three-arm hanging chandelier with milk glass

147. French Bisque Bébé EJ, Early Period, by Emile Jumeau 20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and accented lips, separately-modeled pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent, rub on right eye brow.

Marks: 7 EJ (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body).

Comments: Emile Jumeau, early period of this signature

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shades; cutlery tray; and hanging shelf with metal figurine. Excellent condition. Germany, Erhard & Sohne, circa 1890. $800/1000

148. Seven French All-Bisque Mignonettes with Original Costumes 3 ½” (9 cm.) Each is allbisque with swivel head, painted facial features, mohair wig, jointed bisque arms and legs, painted blue or brown ankle boots, Condition: generally excellent. Comments: for the French market, the dolls were presented in original store catalogs as Lilliputians, circa 1900. Value Points: each is wearing factory original costume including Pierrette, chef, and parlor maid. $400/500

149. French Bisque Brown-Eyed Poupée by Emile Jumeau in Early Costume 19” (48 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, lushly-painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, brunette human hair over cork pate, shapely kid poupée body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7 (head and shoulders) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body).

Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878, Value Points: regal brown-eyed poupée has very lovely bisque and painting, sturdy body, wearing lovely antique gown and bonnet. $2800/3500

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150. German Bisque Character Girl, Model 1279,

by Simon and Halbig in Wonderful Antique Costume 24” (61 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, mohair lashes, brushstroked brows with sculpted detail, accented nostrils on rounded nose, open mouth with accent dot at the center of the bottom lip, four porcelain teeth, impressed cheek dimples, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: S&H 1279 12 dep. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1895. Value Points: the rare model has choice gleaming patina of complexion, beautifully-painted features, signature impressed dimples on lip and cheeks, original body and body finish, waist-length original wig, and is wearing wonderful blue flannel woolen polka dot dress with black velvet trim and matching cap. $1100/1400

151. German Bisque Pouting Character, 6969,

by Gebruder Heubach with Original Signed Body 17” (43 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque socket head, small brown glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, short brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with very full downcast lips, center accent line, brunette mohair bobbed wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, blue velvet Sunday Best suit. Condition: generally excellent, hands repainted.

Marks: 6969 Germany 6 (head) (original Holz-masse stamp on body). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910. Value Points: fine quality of bisque enhances the solemn expression, original stamped body. $800/1100

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152. German All-Bisque Googly, Model 131,

by Kammer and Reinhardt 10” (25 cm.) Bisque swivel head on bisque torso, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth in shy smile, blonde mohair wig, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs, sidehip toddler legs, bare feet, antique costume.

Condition: generally excellent, retouch to small chip at back upper torso. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 131-23. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1916. Value Points: among the harder-to-find googly models, this example has a particularly captivating expression. $800/1100

153. Impish German Bisque Googly, 172, by Hertel and Schwab, with Googly-Eye Pup by Chad Valley 19� (48 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with high domed forehead, brushstroked hair, deeplymodeled forelock curls and side curls above the ears, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted curly lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with wide beaming smile, composition and wooden balljointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, antique mariner costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 172 - 9. Comments: Hertel and Schwab, circa 1918, from their Jubilee Googly series. Value Points: captivating Kewpielike broad smile with deeply-modeled dimples at sides of cheeks, well-modeled forelock and side curls.

Included is golden velvet pup with glass googly eyes, felt scalloped-edging on ears and tail, and original Chad Valley cloth label on paw. $2800/3500

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155. Alpine Wooden Toy Chalet with Stylized Carving, Wooden Doll and Dogs 18” (46 cm.) x 11” x 6”. The wooden chalet with all natural finish except defined shingles on roof, has an over-hanging steeped roof, features two stories and a garret, faux-doors with paneled windows at each floor and open-paned windows with shutters at front and sides of house.

The front hinges open to reveal two levels, Excellent condition. Early 1900s. Included is a carved wooden doll with jointed arms, carved hair, and antique costume, along with carved wooden dog with water barrel, and smaller dog with three attached pups. $800/1100

156. Set, Rare German Fretwork Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings and Accessories 6” (15 cm.) h. cabinet. Of light wood with fretwork carving and stenciled black designs to simulate carving including scrolls, garlands, and mythological woman on front door of armoire, the set comprises single door armoire, settee with rolled arms, oval parlor table with pedestal base, cradle, and three chairs. Also included is a seated-body all-porcelain baby, and a pair of plush pups resting upon a padded cushion. Excellent condition. Circa 1900. $500/700

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sculpted black hair, painted facial features, arms held in front of body. Condition: generally excellent.

Comments: Germany, circa 1890, before the days of central heating, the chimney sweeper performed one of the more necessary jobs in both small towns and large cities. Their costumes were functional (thus, black to hide the soot), and eventually evolving into a traditional uniform. Value Points: each doll is wearing its original black tightly-woven suit and cap. Carries accessories including ladders and broom, and is mounted upon a padded woolen base, designed for use as pen wiper. $300/400

158. English Wooden Butcher Shop with Wooden Persons in Folk Art Manner 21” (53 cm.) x 14” x 8”. The craftsman-carved wooden open-front butcher shop with built-in counter has a bounty of carved wooden meat cuts, butcher blocks, and is attended by three carved wooden butchers with jointed arms, carved and painted clothing and top hats. English, early 1900s. $800/1100

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159. French Mechanical Piglet by Roullet et Decamps 9” (23 cm.) The paper mache pig with soft kidskin cover has hinged neck and legs, tiny glass eyes, leather ears and curly tail, and painted mouth with two teeth. When the mechanism, hidden in torso, is wound, the piglet waddles forward in an amusing action, and “oinks”.

Excellent condition, mechanical functions well. French, from the series of mechanical animals presented by Roullet et Decamps, circa 1800. $800/1100

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160. French Bisque Premiere Bébé by Emile Jumeau with Original Signed Shoes

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18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauveblushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, separatelyapplied pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: 2 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Emile Jumeau, circa 1878, early period Jumeau bébé. Value Points: very fine delicate bisque with pale complexion, original body and body finish, antique black velvet mariner costume, undergarments, and ivory kidskin shoes signed Paris Depose with bee symbol. $3800/4300

161. Five German All-Bisque Miniature Dolls in Factory-Original Mariner Costumes 4” (8 cm.) Each is all-bisque with one-piece head and torso, blue glass inset eyes, closed mouth, painted features, original mohair wig, jointed arms and legs, the girls with painted white stockings and black shoes, and the boys with painted black boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: the ensemble are wearing matching boy and girl mariner costumes, the girls with pleated striped skirts and tams, and the boy with striped shirts under button jackets. $700/900

162. Beautiful French Bisque Bébé by Gaultier with Early Block Letter Markings

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18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, roseblushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips,

pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F. 7 G. (block letters). Comments: Gaultier, early period bébé, circa 1880. Value Points: beautiful bébé with lovely pale bisque enhanced by rich decoration, original body and body finish, antique mariner costume. $3200/3800

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4 ½” (11 cm.) - 6 ½”l. Each is of woven wicker in various styles including domed lid hamper with bail handles, open flower basket with handle, and three double-lidded baskets with handles. Excellent condition. French, late 1800s. $300/500

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164. French Mechanical Horse and Woven Carriage, Attributed To Theroude 20” (51 cm.) The metal horse with painted white finish and elaborate leather harness is supported by a small spoked wheel and is pulling a tinplate two-wheel cart with woven carriage seat. The mechanical clockwork is hidden below, and when wound, the carriage briskly moves forward. Condition: generally excellent, original finish with few rubs, mechanism functions well. Comments: French, attributed to Theroude, circa 1870. Value Points: rare early toy with original finish, horsehair mane and tail, original harness. $2500/3500

165. Petite German Bisque Art Character, 114, Hans, by Kammer and Reinhardt 8” (21 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted facial features, blue eyes,

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one-stroke brows, upper eyeliner, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig, composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 114 K*R 21. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1915. Value Points: handsome young fellow is wearing well-detailed regimental uniform. $900/1300

166. French Bisque Closed Mouth Bébé

by Gaultier with Toy Soldier 15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, well costumed in flannel uniform and cap.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5 F.G. (in scroll). Comments:

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Gaultier, circa 1895. Value Points: the wideeyed brown-eyed boy is carrying his own little bisque doll in soldier uniform. $2700/3100

167. Five German Bisque Dollhouse Dolls in Original Uniforms 7� (18 cm.) Each has bisque shoulderhead with sculpted hair and painted facial features, muslin body, bisque lower arms and legs.

Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: the five dollhouse gentlemen are each wearing original regimental costumes including tall boots, including postman with sculpted cap, satchel and holding an envelope; three men with sculpted hair and sculpted moustaches, and soldier with detachable military helmet. $900/1200

168. French Bisque Gentleman as Post Man in Original Costume 24� (61 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, mohair lashes, painted lashes, slightly-modeled brushstroked brows with feathering, shaded nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, applied moustache, brunette mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 10. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912, with original bisque head

by Simon and Halbig. Value Points: original woolen costume comprising blue woolen great coat with buttons, red collar accented, red flannel pants, red flannel brimmed cap with postal satchel. $1800/2500

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169. German Wooden Store

by Christian Hacker with Back Door 20” (51 cm.) w. x 13” x 11”. The wide wooden store with angled sides has bronze green painted exterior and base, original wall paper with decorative ceiling border, original floor paper to simulate wood parquet design, and front columns decorated with pewter designs in the Art Nouveau style. The store interior features four identical chestnut

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cabinets of which two on the back wall center a wide display niche with a paneled door with decorative mirrors. The archway and cabinets have exuberant carved crests, and there is a faux-clock on the center crest.

Each cabinet has six drawers with porcelain labels. There is a matching counter with unusual slant-top desk area, store scale, step ladder, and barrel. Excellent original condition throughout. Germany, circa 1890, Christian Hacker. The actual store is shown in Kohler’s book, Christian Hacker, page 188, described as “Art Nouveau with pewter embellishments”. Ex-The Boy’s Collection. $1400/1900

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crests. Those same details are repeated on the center section of interior shelving which is flanked by two sets of eight wooden drawers with tin labels bearing the content names which include bon-bons and kaffee, but also rare names such as “fenchel” (fennel) and “datteln” (old German word for dates).

The walls and floor have original papers, with the floor designed to appear as parquet, and there is a matching store counter, wooden scale with brass trays, rare convertible chair/ladder, barrels and stoneware jugs. Excellent condition with fine original finish, one drawer knob is replaced. Germany, circa 1900, the maker is unknown. Ex-The Boys’ Collection. $1600/2100

172. Five German Metal Dollhouse Heating Stoves 3” (8 cm.) -6”. The heating stoves, designed for use in corners of parlors or bedrooms include small round stove with original cream finish and brass trim; two tinplate stoves with embossed brick designs and brass-plated doors and trim; similar green tinplate stove with additional floor railing; and early cast iron fancy parlor stove with self base and side-opening door, brass trim. Very good condition. Germany, some attributed to Maerklin, late 1800s. $800/1100

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wearing factory original costume indicating an occupation.

Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: including school teacher with topknot hair and painted spectacles; chauffeur with side-parted hair, brown flannel uniform with tall boots; pageboy with grey flannel uniform and cap, monocle; and housemaid with original gown and apron. $600/800

171. German Wooden Store with Detachable Store Front Windows 31” (79 cm.) x 16” x 11”. The wooden store with warm natural finish on nicely-grained wood is highlighted by two detachable store front windows with rich architectural decorations including paneling, shaped columns and carved

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173. German Wooden Store with Staircase and Mezzanine by Christian Hacker 25” (64 cm.) The wooden-framed store has ochre-painted exterior with red striping, bronze-green painted base, and front decorative columns with black stenciled trim that matches the stenciled design on the interior counter and cabinet base. The interior has original wall and floor papers and there is a wall-length cabinet against the back wall with two arched display niches and 12 drawers with porcelain drawer knobs and labels having elegant script names of various spices and delicacies. An attached wooden ladder at the left side leads to a mezzanine with railing for storage of more food stuffs.

The store includes its original tin oil lamp with milk glass shade. Original condition throughout, excellent except wall paper spotted. Germany, circa 1890, Christian Hacker. The kitchen is pencil script marked on the underside 2/345 (or b45) A hw (or A hh) ...H. and has the store stamp of Brost Schmidt, Bayreuth....(rest illegible). $1700/2200

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5 ½” (14 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted long lashes, single-stroke brows, closed mouth with impish smile, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted white socks and black one-strap shoes, brunette mohair wig, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 189 3/0 (head) 3/0 (under limbs). Comments: Germany, circa 1915. Value Points: charming impish little googly with cotton dress and pinafore. $300/500

175. German Wooden Store with Original Decorative Papers from Gebruder Bing 24” (61 cm.) x 12” x 9” The charming small store has natural wooden finish, front windowed panels with carved detail and steeple-shaped cornices. The wall and floor paper is original with especially nice border design of paper. The back wall has built-in shelving with two sets of six spice drawers with cardboard printed labels flanking an arched display center. There is a matching counter, brass-stemmed wall lamp, and a rare wooden ladder that converts into a chair. Excellent condition.

Germany, circa 1900, a duplicate store is shown in Cieslik’s Lexicon des Puppenstuben, page 25, identified as distributed by Gebruder Bing. The store is perfectly preserved and has very rare chair/ladder. $1400/1800

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5 ½” (14 cm.) One-piece all-bisque head, torso and legs, the head posed inclined forward, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted upper curly lashes, dot brows, pug-shaped nose, tiny impish smile, brunette mohair wig, loop-jointed bisque arms, bare feet, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 601 3/0. Comments: Germany, circa 1915. Value Points: rare googly whose endearing shy expression is enhanced by unusual pose of head. $600/800

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Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, their model marketed as Mein Liebling, circa 1914. Value Points: seldom-found size of the soughtafter gentle-faced doll, original body and body finish. $1100/1300

178. German Bisque Laughing Character, 116,

by Kammer and Reinhardt with Pet Animals 11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth modeled as though open with laughing expression, shaded lips, blonde mohair wig, composition baby body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R S&H 116 28. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912.

Value Points: especially fine luminous bisque, original wig, original body in near mint condition, included are three mohair toy animals including unusual pelican and two pups. $800/1200

179. Outstanding German Bisque Glass-Eyed Character “Gretchen”

by Kammer and Reinhardt 22” (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes in half-moon shape, dark upper eyeliner with fringed detail, incised upper eyeliner, one-stroke tapered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with very full downcast pouting lips, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R 114 56. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, the model Gretchen from the firm’s art character series, circa 1912. Value Points: rare glass-eyed variation of 114 has finest matte bisque, original wig, original body and body finish, lovely antique dress, undergarments and shoes. $6500/8500

177. German Bisque “Mein Liebling”, Model 117, by Kammer and Reinhardt 13” (34 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with richly-shaded lips, blonde mohair wig in sidecoiled braids, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, eyes set, light rub on cheek. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 117/A 34.

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182. Beautiful and Rare Large German Bisque Doll Known as “A.T. Kestner”

14” (36 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips, pierced ears, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 6 ½ H 908. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: very rare model has wonderful expression, choice bisque and painting, original body and body finish, and beautiful antique dress, bonnet and shoes. $1800/2300

24” (61 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 15. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885, the doll closely resembles the French bébé marked A.T., by Thuillier whose market the doll attempted to capture. Value Points: the rarity of the doll is rivaled by its superb quality of bisque and painting, the larger size allowing finest definition of features, original body and body finish. $5500/7500

181. Petite German Bisque Child Doll Known as “A.T. Kestner” 15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, brunette mohair wig with side-coiled braids, composition and wooden balljointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 9 (head) Excelsior Germany (body). Comments: Kestner, circa 1885, the model is known as “A.T. Kestner” for its resemblance to the French bébé marked A.T. Value Points: very beautiful shy-faced child with finest quality of bisque and painting, original body and body finish, antique lace dress. $1600/1900

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183. German All-Bisque Miniature BlackStocking Doll, Model 886, by Simon & Halbig 7 ½” (19 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, slightly-parted lips, four porcelain teeth, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted black stockings to above the knees, brown fivelace heeled shoes, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: 886 SH. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890, the model is known as “black-stocking girl”. Value Points: large size of the 886 model, fine quality of bisque and painting. $600/800

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corners, open mouth, coral shaded lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black fleecy wig, brown composition and wooden balljointed body. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: S 4 H 739 dep Germany. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: rare model with beautiful brown complexion having flawless patina, original body and body finish, original wig, nice antique costume and shoes. $1100/1400

186. French Wooden Ironing Board Ensemble with Accessories 13” (33 cm.) The wooden ironing board with flannel cover has original tied-on accessories which include cast-iron iron and trivet, sleeve board, laundry soap. Excellent condition. French, circa 1900. $300/500

187. Rare German Lithographed Tinplate Candy Box in the Shape of Baby Cradle 14” (36 cm.) The heavy tinplate cradleshaped box with gilt rockers and finials, and with hinged lid, is richly-decorated with scenes of playful children on the sides, and a

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184. German Bisque Child Doll with Costumes in Original Presentation Box 12” (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: AM 390 4/0 Germany. Comments: Marseille, circa 1900. Value Points: the doll is presented in its original presentation box, with antique costume, and along with several additional costumes, undergarments, and accessories, the box with lithographed image of child on the lid. $800/1100

185. Rare German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Child, 739, by Simon and Halbig 12” (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with warm brown complexion, brown glass eyes, black painted brows with feathered detail, painted curly lashes, accented nostrils and eye

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baby in taufling costume on the lid. The inside lid depicts a stork delivering a baby to a rooftop nest, and the advertising for “Strassburger Storchen-Bonbons”. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1900, the rare and wonderfully-designed candy box was designed as a luxury gift for a baby shower or Christening celebration. $800/1200

188. German Bisque Character, Model 300,

by Heubach Koppelsdorf in Original Costume 16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, short feathered brows, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, tongue, outlined lips, impressed dimples in cheeks and chin, brunette mohair bobbed wig, composition bent limb baby body.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Heubach Koppelsdorf 300 - 0 Germany. Comments: Heubach Koppelsdorf, circa 1918. Value Points: rosy-cheeked dimpled character has original wig, body, body finish, and is wearing factory-original organdy dress and bonnet with lace trim. $300/500 187. Lid

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189. German Bisque Lady with Hidden Mechanical Gliding Mechanism 15� (38 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with head turned to the side and nestled into shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with row of painted teeth, outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, on carton torso with cone-shaped skirt enclosing a hidden clockwork mechanism which, when wound, causes the doll to glide forward on three-wheeled base. Condition: generally excellent, very small roughness flake at bottom edge of front shoulderplate (under costume), mechanism functions. Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: an especially 189.

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beautiful face with distinctive pose of the head, original ice blue silk costume. $1100/1300

190. German Ebony Dollhouse Parlor Set with Original Blue Silk Upholstery 5 ½” (14 cm.) l. of settee. Of light wood with ebony painted legs and arms and with black paper cover having gilt lithographed designs, the set comprises settee, two arm chairs, and four side chairs, each with royal blue silk upholstery trimmed with blue fringe. Excellent condition. Germany, Walterhausen, circa 1880. Included is German porcelain dollhouse doll with antique cavalier like costume. $700/900

191. Two German Bisque Dollhouse Dolls with Musical Piano 7” (18 cm.) Each doll has bisque shoulderhead with painted features, muslin body, bisque lower limbs, including man with sculpted blonde hair and factory-original regimental costume, and woman with blonde mohair wig, wearing original muslin gown with demi-train and lace trim. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1900.

Value Points: included is a bronze miniature grand piano, marked Depose, with oval medallion image of 18th century lady on the lid; the lid hinges open to reveal the music box inside. The music box winds on the underside and plays when the lid opens. $700/900

192. Beautiful French Bisque Bébé by Leon Casimir Bru with Splendid Blue Eyes 18” (46 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue outer iris, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined shaded lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid bébé body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, bisque lower arms and hands.

Condition: head and shoulderplate excellent, sturdy original body albeit darkened and aged, right hand restored. Marks: (circle dot symbol) 6. Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, his early bébé of 1880. Value Points: beautiful bisque and delicate blush painting of eyeshadow, cheek and chin blush, enhancing the splendid eyes, lovely antique costume including Bru leather shoes signed “B” in oval. $8000/10,000

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193. German Bisque Art Character “Phillip”, Model 115/A,

by Kammer and Reinhardt 16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, brunette human hair in bobbed fashion, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R S&H 115/A 42. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, their model known as “Phillip”, circa 1912. Value Points: choice modeling of plump cheeks and double chin on the wistful-faced toddler, original body and body finish, mariner costume, white kidskin shoes. $1200/1600

194. French Doll’s Woven Basket with Soft Metal Set and Napkins 4” (10 cm.) x 4” basket. The woven basket with decorative bows contains soft metal lidded cookie jar, two cups, four plates and saucers, and four napkins with napkin rings.

Excellent condition. Circa 1900. $200/300

195. Petite German Bisque Art Character “Marie”, Model 101,

by Kammer and Reinhardt 9” (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, one-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast pouting expression, blonde mohair wig, composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips, painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R 101 25. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, the tiniest size of their art character Marie, circa 1909. Value Points: wistfulfaced child is wearing original costume. $800/1100

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196. German AllBisque Miniature Doll and Carriage 3 ½” (9 cm.) All-bisque doll with swivel head, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, jointed arms and legs, painted brown socks and black one-strap shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1900. Value Points: the little girl, with rare brown socks, wears antique costume; included is soft metal carriage. $200/300

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197. Sonneberg Bisque Closed Mouth Child

by Ernst Grossman 15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head with flattened solid dome, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, roseblushed eyeshadow, cheeks and chin, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 8.

Comments: Ernst Grossman, Sonneberg, circa 1880, (see

comments for #198). Value Points: beautifully-painted features of the rare early doll, original body and body finish, factory original sailor costume. $1200/1500

198. Rare and Important Sonneberg Bisque Closed Mouth Doll by Ernst Grossman 20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump cheeks, brown glass inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, closed mouth modeled as though open with row of painted teeth, outlined lips, pierced ears, auburn hand-tied human hair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fullyjointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 12 (head) E.G. (on torso). Comments: Ernst Grossman, the Sonneberg sculptor and doll maker, registered the first German design for “ball joints moving in every direction” (GM 82) and “doll able to make several movements by means of rubber strings” (GM88) in 1880. The body was inspired by the newly popular French bébé, as was this facial model, resembling Bru’s “circle/dot” bébé. Value Points: rare and beautiful doll, the first known German design for composition jointed body, with wonderful antique mariner costume, leather shoes. $2200/3400 196.

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199. American Artist Portrait Doll “Jefferson Jones” by Dewees Cochran from Grow-up Series 18” (46 cm.) All-latex composition depicting a grown man with handsome well-sculpted slender face, elongated throat, painted blue upper-glancing eyes, real lashes, painted strong brows, closed mouth, brunette side-parted hair, five-piece body with defined musculature, slender limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: DC JJ ‘60 3. Comments: Dewees Cochran, circa 1960, the doll portrays Jefferson Jones at age 20 from her Grow-up Series. Value Points: very rare model by the esteemed American artist in pristine condition, with original shorts, sandals. $1000/1300

200. Very Rare American Artist Doll “Cookie” by Dewees Cochran with Original Costume, Brochure, and Box 16” (41 cm.) Latex composition socket head, highly-expressive features with smiling expression on closed mouth, painted blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, 199. Label

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hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: DC BB’52 #26. Comments: Dewees Cochran, 1952, her model of “Belinda Bunyan” from the Grow-up Series. Value Points: rare model is well preserved, wears her original dress, undergarments, red shoes and socks. $900/1100

202. American Artist Portrait Doll “Peter Ponsett” as Young Boy by Dewees Cochran 12” (30 cm.) Latex composition with socket head, painted facial features, small hazel eyes with fringed upper lashes, closed mouth with shy smile, light brown mohair wig, five-piece body with jointing at shoulders and hips.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: D.C. PP ‘54 #29. Comments: by the American studio artist Dewees Cochran, the boy is a “Grow-Up” portrait of Peter Ponsett at age 5, 1954. Value Points: rare and well-preserved American art doll by the illustrious artist, in original artist-made costume; with original artist price tag featuring her signature, description of the doll and price ($21.50 dressed, $16.50 not dressed). $500/800

203. American Artist Portrait Doll of Angela Appleseed at Age 5 by Dewees Cochran 12” (30 cm.) All-latex composition doll depicting a young girl with smiling expression, socket head, painted facial features, brown eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth with beaming smile, impressed cheek laughter crinkles, two rows of painted teeth, waist-length brunette human hair, five-piece body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: DC AA 52 #17 (head). Comments: portrait model of Angela Appleseed by Dewees Cochran, 1952, depicting the child at age 5. Value Points: very fine sculpting with artfully-painted features that are perfectly preserved, wearing original artist made dress. $900/1200 201.

brunette side-parted human hair, slender torso and limbs with jointing at shoulders and hips.

Condition: generally excellent, original finish, light scuffing on torso. Comments: Dewees Cochran, from her portrait series, the doll was presented in her brochure as “Cookie”, circa 1940s. Value Points: very rare to find model from the celebrated American doll artist, with early Cochran box, and with original brochure describing this costume as velvet flannel apple green day dress; additional original costume described by her as “flowered pink and white Bates fabric with wide Bertha collar” also included. $1200/1600

201. American Artist Portrait Doll of “Belinda Bunyan”

by Dewees Cochran 12” (30 cm.) All-latex composition portrait doll of a young girl about 7 years of age, painted facial features, brown eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth with richly painted lips, waist-length brunette hair with bangs and braids, five-piece body with jointing at shoulders and

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204. English Poured Wax Child Doll in the Montanari Manner with Original Costume 19” (48 cm.) Poured wax shoulderhead, blue glass enamel inset eyes, tinted brows and eyeliner, closed mouth with accented nostrils, inserted blonde baby hair, muslin stitch-jointed body, wax lower arms and legs with grommet attachments. Condition: generally excellent, early repair on back shoulderplate.

Comments: English, attributed to Montanari, circa 1880.

Value Points: the gentle-faced baby is wearing beautiful original baby gown with lace trim, undergarments, cream cashmere cape with lace trim, white rabbit fur bonnet with silk lining and lace edging. $900/1300

205. Early Miniature Portrait Painting in Original Frame, Dated 1772 204.

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child holding lyre, wisps of delicate blonde hair, is enclosed in brass frame with copper backing which is inscribed “Ludovicus Meyer de Knonau 2 ½ an Aprilis 1772 Wertmuller”. Excellent condition. $500/800

206. Pair, German Miniature Dollhouse Ormolu Frames with Early Engravings 2 ½” (6 cm.) Fancy gilt ormolu frames enclose engravings of two 1830 era women in stylish costumes. Excellent condition. Germany, frames

by Erhard and Sohne, circa 1900. $200/300

207. Miniature Book “Cinquante Vues de la Suisse” in Original Folio 2” (5 cm.) x 1 ¾”. Enclosed in a green leather folio with gilt tooling “Vue de la Suisse” is a pink covered book “Cinquante Vues de la Suisse” which contains 40 engravings of scenic wonders in Switzerland, Excellent condition. A rare miniature treasure. Germany, early 1800s. $200/300

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208. English Poured Wax Portrait Lady with Unique Pose of Head

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25” (64 cm.) Poured wax shoulderhead of adult lady with modeled bosom, her head inclined to the side and gazing modestly downward, blue glass enamel inset eyes, tinted brows and eye liner, accented nostrils, closed mouth, brunette inset human hair, original muslin body with shapely waist, brass grommets for attachment of wax limbs to torso, slender wax arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent, complexion pleasingly faded. Comments: English, in the Pierotti manner, circa 1875. Value Points: exquisite portrait with distinctive regal pose, original body, antique muslin gown, undergarments, original ivory kidskin heeled slippers. $1100/1500

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210. French Bisque Miniature Dolls with Amusing Mechanical Action 6” (15 cm.) Each has bisque socket head, blue or brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig, paper mache shaped body, wire upper arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 0.

Comments: French, circa 1885.

Value Points: each is wearing its (frail) original costume and when leg or torso is pushed an amusing action occurs: one raises and lowers the mask he is holding to his face, and the other lifts up and down the tiny party marotte he is holding. $800/1200

211. French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé

by Leon Casimir Bru in Rare Size 10

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209. French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé, Size 12, by Leon Casimir Bru 26” (66 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, slightly-modeled brushstroked brows with feathered highlights, rose-blushed eyeshadow, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, dimpled chin, pierced ears, brunette human hair hand-tied wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume and leather shoes impressed with full figure of doll and “12”. Condition: bisque is excellent with one tiny forehead paint skip, French body of the same era is not original but is appropriately sized. Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1885. Value Points: desirable early face with wonderfully-defined features and pleasing blush on eyelids, chin and cheeks. $7000/9000

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24” (61 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom and shoulderblades, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space and painted teeth between the shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French kid bébé body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, bisque lower arms and hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (circle dot symbol on head) 10 (shoulderplate) Bte SGDG (forehead). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1880. Value Points: finest modeling achieved by rare larger size, enhanced by splendid bisque and painting, very sturdy original body and perfect bisque hands, antique costume. $11,000/14,000

212. Rare French Bisque PoupĂŠe by Gaultier as Violinist with Handwind Music Box

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17� (43 cm.) Bisque head, blue glass inset eyes with darker blue outer rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, carton torso containing music box, wire upper arms, carved wooden lower arms and legs. When hand-wound with porcelain-tipped knob at back torso, music plays and the man briskly plays the violin he holds in his arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4.

Comments: French, circa 1880. Value Points: rare musical mechanical toy has very fine quality of bisque head, fine silk original costume, mechanism functions 212. well. $1200/1600

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213. German Bisque Chinese Baby, Model 243, by Kestner 16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with amber-tinted complexion, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, lightly-feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, tongue, black mohair wig, amber tinted composition baby body. Condition: generally excellent, retouch to legs and left arm. Marks: F made in Germany 11 243 JDK (head) Made in Germany (body).

Comments: Kestner, circa 1910. Value Points: the Chinese baby is wearing factory-original chemise with original paper label, original wig, body and body finish. $1800/2200

214. German Bisque Chinese Baby, Model 243,

by Kestner in Elaborate Costume 13” (33 cm.) Bisque socket head with amber-tinted complexion, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, lightly-feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, tongue, black mohair wig, amber tinted composition baby body. Condition: generally excellent, retouch to legs and left arm. Marks: F made in Germany 10 243 JDK (head) Made in Germany (body).

Comments: Kestner, circa 1910. Value Points: the Chinese baby is wearing elaborate costume with embroidered detail, pom-pom accented cap. $1800/2200

215. Petite German Bisque Portrait of Asian Child, Model 1329, by Simon and Halbig, Rare Size 10” (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, amber tinted complexion, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, black feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair up-swept wig, amber-tinted composition and wooden ball-jointed body.

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Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1329 Halbig Germany S&H 1. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: rare petite size with lovely bisque, original wig, body and body finish, factory original costume. $800/1000

216. Early Pair of Asian Paper Mache Man and Woman in Superb Original Costumes 22” (56 cm.) seated and 27” standing. Each has light paper mache head on wooden dowel which attaches to light paper mache torso, each with painted complexion and facial features, narrow painted eyes set in deeplydefined sockets, closed mouth, painted hair, wire articulation at elbows allowing posing of hands. Condition: very good, original finish with some fading of painted finish on head and hands, some costume fading. Comments: Asian, early 1900s. Value Points: the pair, she posed seated on bench, are wearing their original costumes with embroidery and paillettes, she with tiny bound feet. $800/1100

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217. French Bisque Blue-Eyed Bébé Triste

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218. French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé Triste

by Emile Jumeau

20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with pale outlined lips, separately-modeled pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: 9 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: charming demure expression with lovely bisque and painting, original body and body finish, rarest size of the beloved Bébé Triste. $9000/12,000

22” (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with pale outlined lips, separately-modeled pierced ears, brunette hand-tied human hair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists, nicely costumed.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 10 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: very delicate bisque contrasts her dramatic brown eyes with rich decoration, original body and body finish, leather shoes signed “Bébé Jumeau 10.” $9000/12,000

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220. Sonneberg Bisque Closed Mouth Doll in the French Look-Alike Manner 13” (33 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass spiral-threaded eyes with darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, kid gusset-jointed body, bisque lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1885, the doll closely resembles the early portrait bébé by

219. German Bisque Doll with Sculpted Hair and Glass Eyes, Model 131, by C.F. Kling 19” (48 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with blonde sculpted hair in curls and very full bangs, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, kid body with gussetjointing at hips and knees, bisque lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 131 8. Comments: C.F. Kling, circa 1880. Value Points: pretty bright-eyed child with gleaming patina of combmarked hair, is wearing mauve silk gown with lace trim, and is carrying tiny bisque doll with sculpted hair and glass eyes, painted orange boots. $800/1200

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Jumeau whose market the doll sought to capture. Value Points: beautiful face with wonderful painting of eyeshadow and lashes, original body and body finish, antique costume. $1100/1300

221. Three German Bisque Miniature Dolls with Sculpted Hair 3 ½” (9 cm.) -5”. Including two all-bisque dolls and bisque doll with muslin body, each with sculpted blonde hair and painted facial features, the larger with black hair bow and painted purple lustre shoes, each with antique costume. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1890. $400/600

222. German Bisque Closed Mouth Child Doll, Model XI, by Kestner 17” (43 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with downcast lips, accent line between the lips, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden fullyjointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: XI. Comments: Kestner, circa 1882. Value Points: the pensive-faced child with expressive features has finest quality of bisque, complexion and painting, original body and body finish, antique costume. $1100/1500

223. German Bisque Closed Mouth Child

by Kestner in Snow Angel Costume 14” (36 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, blonde lambswool wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7 (head) Germany (body). Comments: Kestner, circa 1882. Value Points: wide-eyed child with delicate pale bisque contrasted by rich brown eyes and brows, original body and body finish, wearing wonderful ivory silk quilted snow costume comprising coat, cap, leggings, and muff, over ivory silk dress. $1200/1500

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muslin body, bisque lower arms and legs, painted shoes and socks, and each is wearing woolen gentleman suits. Excellent condition.

Germany, circa 1900. $700/900

226. Collection German Ormolu Dollhouse Accessories and Furnishings 4 ½” (11 cm.) h. mirror. Each is of fine gilt ormolu, including mirror with fancy crest, two small tables with cabriole legs, round table with tripod base, pair of landscape prints with matching frames, round mirror with wreath frame, candle holder, pedestal bowl, and fishbowl holder, along with gilded metal statuary of woman holding a clock.

Excellent condition. Germany, Erhard & Sohne, circa 1900. $800/1100

227. French Miniature Room with Original Furnishings in Original Presentation Box

7” (18 cm.) Each has bisque shoulderhead with sculpted short brown hair, painted facial features, closed mouth, three with sculpted moustaches,

22” (56 cm.) x 11” x 11”. A light wood box with paper lithographed cover opens to form into the floor and frame of a late-19th century dining room, with folding heavy stock walls having original patterned burgundy wallpaper and gilt paper edging and with two windows at the back wall with original burgundy satin draperies and lace linings. The room is furnished with dark wooden dining room table with six chairs, cupboard, dessert buffet, and jardiniere filled with flowers, the chairs with leather seats and all furnishings with gilt paper edging. There is a fireplace with burgundy satin trim and the room is accented with two large ormolu mirrors, ormolu mantel clock, pewter tea set and more.

Three dollhouse dolls are included. Excellent condition. The folding box rooms were presented in Paris by Badeuille and his successor from the mid-1800s until 1897 of which this example is circa 1890s, and are very to find complete. $1400/1800

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224. German Wooden Dollhouse Furnishings Attributed to D.H. Wagner 5 ½” (14 cm.) Of light wood with paper cover to simulate ebony wood with gilt stenciling, including glass-front cupboard with shelved interior, two lady’s desks with elaborate niches and detail of trim, round pedestal table, game table with some game pieces, bookcase with glass door upper cupboard and single drawer. Excellent condition. Germany, attributed to D.H. Wagner, circa 1885. $600/900

225. Four German Bisque Dollhouse Gentlemen

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228. Two German Bisque Dollhouse Dolls in Wonderful Costumes 5 ½” (14 cm.) Each has bisque shoulderhead, muslin body, bisque lower limbs, including older gentleman with bald pate, grey hair, painted facial features, wearing formal wear suit with black jacket, cravat, silk vest and blue woolen pants, and glasseyed lady with blonde mohair up-swept wig, closed mouth, model 1160

by Simon and Halbig, wearing silk gown. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1900. $400/600

229. Two German Bisque Dollhouse Dolls in Wonderful Costumes 5 ½” (14 cm.) Each has bisque shoulderhead, muslin body, bisque lower limbs, including older gentleman with bald pate, painted facial features,

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wearing formal wear suit with blue jacket, boutonniere, silk vest and pants, and glass-eyed lady with ringlet curls, closed mouth, model 1160 by Simon and Halbig, wearing silk gown, shawl and high bonnet.

Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1900. $400/600

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brunette human hair wig in upswept style, cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, burgundy velvet dress, undergarments, shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body).

Comments: Jumeau, circa 1900. Value Points: petite wide-eyed bébé has original signed body. $1100/1300

232. French Mechanical Toy “Ostrich Pulling a Wicker Cart” 18” (46 cm.) A paper mache ostrich with glass eyes and feathered body has hidden mechanism, which when wound, causes the ostrich to briskly walk along pulling the wicker cart with velvet seat and spoked metal wheels to which he is attached. Generally excellent, some paint rubs on frame, mechanism functions well. French, circa 1880. $1100/1500

233. French Bisque Bébé “Le Parisien” by Jules Steiner 230. French Brown-Complexioned Bisque Bébé by Emile Jumeau 22” (56 cm.) Brown-complexioned bisque socket head, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, black painted lashes and brows with feathered details, accented nostrils, open mouth, row of tiny porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette hand-tied human hair wig over cork pate, French brown composition and wooden fully-jointed body, pretty antique dress and undergarments, leather shoes.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 9. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1895. Value Points: beautiful gleaming cafe-au-lait complexion, original wig and body, especially fine original condition of body. $1200/1800

231. French Bisque Bébé Jumeau, Size 1, with Original Signed Body 10” (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted dark lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, porcelain teeth, pierced ears,

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12” (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, widely arched brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A 6 Paris (incised) Le Parisien (red stamp on head) Bébé Le Parisien Medaille d’Or Paris

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(body). Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Steiner, circa 1895.

Value Points: pretty blue-eyed bébé has original signed body, original store chemise (sleeves frail) matching bonnet, undergarments, leather shoes. $1300/1800

234. Petite French Bisque Bébé, Figure A, Rare Size 3/0, by Jules Steiner 11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark

eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: Figure A No 3/0 Steiner Bte SGDG Paris (head) Le Petit Parisien Bébé Steiner (body). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1890.

Value Points: especially beautiful petite bébé with subtle rose-blushed eyelids, cheeks and chin, original body and body finish. $2200/2800

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235. French Bisque Bébé by Leon Casimir Bru in Charming Presentation 13” (33 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom and shoulderblades, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, slender kid body with scalloped-edge kid collarette, kid-over-wooden upper arms, bisque forearms, wooden lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Bru Jne 4 (head and shoulders), Bébé Bru...(partial original paper label on body). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1886, Value Points: charming fellow has original body, great expression and painting of features, antique costume, cap, and shoes,

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and carrying faux-tortoise mandolin and leather case. $7000/9500

236. Early Period French Bisque Bébé Teteur

by Leon Casimir Bru in Superb Condition 12” (30 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kidedged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom and shoulderblades, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows with feathered details, accented nostrils and eye corners, parted lips with interior drilled hole for bottle nipple, very full cheeks, metal turn-screw at back of head designed to create sucking action with rubber ball inside head, as though sucking on baby bottle, kid bébé body with scalloped collarette, gusset-jointing at hips and knees, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2 (head and shoulders). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, an early period model of the firm’s popular Bébé Teteur, circa 1884. Value Points: superb original condition, with intact nursing mechanism, near mint body with perfect hands, very fine bisque and painting. $7000/9500

237. Very Rare French Bisque Body for Bébé Gourmand by Leon Casimir Bru 14” (36 cm.) Bisque shoulderplate with defined bosom and shoulderblades, plump firm kid body with scalloped upper edge and scalloped leg edging, bisque lower arms and hands with individually-sculpted fingers, bisque lower legs with well-defined musculature, knees and toes, open soles designed for Bébé Gourmand function. Condition: reglue at ankle and back calf of right leg, otherwise near mint. Marks: I.T. Comments: the distinctive body designed by Leon Casimir Bru for his unique Bébé Gourmand, circa 1880. Value Points: very rare body with outstanding modeling, sturdy original condition. $2000/3000

238. French Bisque Blue-Eyed Bébé by Leon Casimir Bru with Sought-After Tongue Tip 17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom and shoulderblades, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted dark lashes, mauve-blushed eyeshadow,

brushstroked and lightly-feathered brows, shaded nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with tiny tongue tip modeled between the closed lips, pierced ears, auburn mohair wig over cork pate, French kid bébé body with gusset-jointing at hips and knees, kid-over-wooden upper arms, bisque lower arms with elbow jointing, bisque hands. Condition: small restoration on upper eyelid, nose rub, some kid body patching.

Marks: Bru Jne 6 (head and shoulders). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1882. Value Points: most sought-after Bru bébé face with beautiful eyes and decoration, perfect bisque hands, antique dress which may be original, undergarments, socks, leather shoes. $6000/8000

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240. Nine French Miniature Porcelain de Paris LatticeEdge Bowls

239. Two French Bronzed Miniature Cabinets and Pair of Dollhouse Dolls 8” (20 cm.) h. cabinets. Each cabinet is of metal with gilt bronze finish are elaborately formed in the Louis XVI manner, including bombe panels and fancy crests, each with shelved interior and mirrored backs, each signed Depose N23 (the

2” (5 cm.) h. footed bowls. Each is of fine white porcelain with lattice work sides, eight with pedestal foot, decorated with gilt accents, some with applique leaves or flowers. Excellent condition. French, circa 1875. $400/500

241. Early French Bisque Wide-Eyed Bébé, Series A, by Jules Steiner

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lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, Steiner composition fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, retouch on bottom left ear lobe. Marks: Sie A 5 (incised on head) J. Steiner Bte SGDG J. Bourgoin St. (head, red ink script). Comments: Jules Steiner, series C model, circa 1882. Value Points: most desirable very pale bisque on the early model Steiner bébé which beautifully contrasts the brilliant eyes and dark eye decoration, original body and body finish. Included is curly mohair pup with amber glass eyes. $4500/6500

242. Collection, German Soft Metal Dollhouse Furnishings with Two All-Bisque Dolls 3” (8 cm.) Included is a collection of soft metal furnishings with elaborate filigree and fretwork details, in original ebony finish with gilt accents, including rare round jardiniere, wall-hanging paper holder, round pedestal side table, hanging corner rack, baby high chair (one back leg missing) and five chairs with upholstered velvet seats. Along with a pair of all-bisque dolls with jointed arms and legs, blonde mohair wigs, antique costumes, one with tiny glass eyes, and one with rare brown stockings. Excellent condition but as noted. Germany, circa 1900. $600/800

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condition, along with beautiful antique dress and undergarments. $3500/4500

244. Early German Waxed Valentine in Miniature Dome 6” (15 cm.) Waxed figure of winged angels with flowing blue scarf is standing behind a small child with clasped hands, with wax flowers at their feet, and arranged under original blown glass dome with original paper mache base. Excellent condition.

Early 1800s. $300/500

243. Beautiful French Bisque Bébé, Figure C,

by Jules Steiner with Antique Costume 18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, shaded nostrils, accents at eye corners, closed mouth with slightly-upturned corners of shaded and accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate, French composition fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Figure C No. 2 J. Steiner Bte SGDG Paris (head) Le Petit Parisien (body stamp). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1889. Value Points: finest quality of bisque, complexion with subtle blushing, and artistically-painted features, original body in near mint

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Overall excellent. Germany, late 1800s. $400/600

246. Especially Beautiful French Bisque Portrait Bébé with Splendid Eyes

by Emile Jumeau 15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded lips, pierced ears, original blonde wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-balljointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878. Value Points: very beautiful face on the early period portrait bébé enhanced by splendid eyes, choice bisque, original body in near mint condition, along with original chemise and undergarments. $5500/7500

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249. Petite German Bisque Child, 174, by Kestner with Original Early Body 9” (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden ball-jointed body with straight wrists, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: made in Germany 2/0 174. Comments: Kestner, circa 1895.

Value Points: very dear petite child has original wig, body, body finish, lovely bisque. $300/500

250. German Bisque Child Doll, 1129, by Simon and Halbig with Her Two Miniature Dolls

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8” (20 cm.) Amber-tinted bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, slightly-parted lips, teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig in up-swept manner, amber-tinted body with knee-high painted brown stockings, shoes, silk dress. Marks: Germany Halbig 1129.

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247. German All-Bisque Doll, 130, by Kestner in Rare Large Size 12” (30 cm.) One-piece bisque head and torso, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs, kneehigh ribbed stockings with blue rims, brown two-strap shoes with black bows.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 130 14 (torso and limbs). Comments: Kestner, circa 1910. Value Points: rare large size of the all-bisque in especially fine state of preservation. $600/900

248. German All-Bisque Bye-Lo in Fitted Baby Bed 6” (15 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, small brown glass sleep eyes, brown tinted hair, accented nostrils, closed mouth, loopjointed bisque arms and legs in bent baby pose. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: 6 - 15 Copr by Grace S. Putnam Germany. Comments: Germany, ByeLo Baby, circa 1925. Value Points: rarity factors include swivel head and glass eyes, original paper label on torso, antique costume and presented in antique iron baby bed with fittings and lace canopy. $400/600 249.

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Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: rare size with beautiful flawless complexion, original wig. Included are her two miniature bisque dolls, each with amber-tinted bisque socket head, painted brown eyes, closed mouth, amber-tinted body, painted slippers with upturned toes. $800/1100

251. Early French Bisque Premiere Bébé by Emile Jumeau in Aqua Mariner Costume 12” (30 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, delicately-painted eyeshadow and cheek blush, lightly-feathered brows, accented nostrils, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-balljointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 4 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, his premiere bébé with sweet expression, original body and body finish, original aqua mariner costume with cream trim, matching cap. $4500/6500

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252. American Carved Hair Character Boy, Model 201, by Schoenhut from Early Period 16” (41 cm.) All-wooden doll with carved socket head, carved hair in deep combmarks with loose curls onto forehead, deeply set painted eyes, closed mouth with downcast lips, wooden spring-jointed body, wearing boy’s suit. Condition: head has original finish albeit a bit faded, some repainting or repair to body. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan 17,’11 USA & Foreign Countries.

Comments: Schoenhut. model 201, from original sculpture by Graziano, and inspired

by Kammer and Reinhardt’s 114 model, 1911.

Value Points: the rare model was made for one year only. $800/1100

253. Abundantly-Filled German Wooden “Noah’s Ark” with 140 Animals 254, 255.

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hand-painted details of exterior opens by sliding front door to reveal an abundance of carved wooden animals, many in pairs. There are more than 140 animals including farm animals, wild animals and birds, each with wonderful hand-carved and painted details. Excellent condition.

The Noah’s Ark toy was a fixture in Victorian homes, being one of the few toys allowed for play on the Sabbath, this example is notable for quantity of animals.

Germany, mid/late 1880s. $1200/1600

254. German Paper Mache Pull-Toy Guernsey Cow on Wheeled Platform 13” (33 cm.) l. The paper mache cow with cream/tan finish has painted eyes and mouth, horns, leather ears, rope tail, and udder, and is standing upon a wooden platform with cast iron spoked wheels (one wheel missing). Excellent original finish. Germany, circa 1885, rare to find animal on pull-toy series. $400/500

255. American Carved Wooden Character Boy with Sculpted Hair by Schoenhut 14” (36 cm.) All-wooden with carved socket head, carved short boyish hair in side-parted fashion, dark blue painted intaglio eyes, white eyedots, closed mouth with downcast lips, wooden spring-jointed body.

Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1912. Value Points: rare model with sculpted hair, solemn expression, original finish, antique costume including knit teddy and Schoenhut shoes. $500/700

256. American Wooden Schoenhut Doll as Native American Girl 18” (46 cm.) All-carved wooden doll with socket head, sienna-tinted complexion, intaglio blue eyes with white eyedots, closed mouth, black human hair wig in long braids over painted black pate, spring-jointed

body, Condition: fair/good, paint wear on face, unknown if finish is factory-original special commission or later revision. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1912, possibly a special commission from the firm.

Value Points: rare model, with original brown homespun tunic and skirt with beaded and fringe trim. $600/800

257. Rare American Wooden Schoenhut Girl, Model 106, with Carved Hair and Bonnet 16” (41 cm.) All-wooden doll with socket head, carved hair with forelock and side curls peeking from beneath the sculpted cap, intaglio blue eyes, white eyedots, fringed brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, wooden spring-jointed body, antique costume.

Condition: generally excellent, few typical rubs. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan 17, ‘11 USA. Comments: Schoenhut, introduced in 1912 and made for four years only, the very rare carved bonnet girl was the last of the carved hair girls made by Schoenhut. Value Points: very rare model is wonderfully preserved, the hat decorated with classic yellow and red flowers and green leaves, with gilt banding. $2000/2600

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on three-wheeled pedestal with key-wind mechanism, signed A. Theroude Paris. Very good condition, all mechanisms function, wear to finish on Vichy toy. $800/1100

260. Most Endearing German Bisque Glass-Eyed Googly, Model 950, with Googly Pup 9” (23 cm.) Bisque socket head with chubby cheeks, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes, short-stroke brows, button-shaped nose, closed mouth with center accent line, composition toddler body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent, slight cheek rub. Marks: 950 P.M. Comments: Porzellenfabrick Mengersgereuth, circa 1915. Value Points: rare model with most endearing expression, along with her own brown velvet pup with glass googly eyes, attributed to Chad Valley. $700/900

261. Rare German Lithographed Toy “Circus Spearino” in Original Box 15” (38 cm.) x 14” box. 4”-6” characters. A heavy card stock box with vividly colorful lithograph on the lid depicting an audience

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by Gebruder Heubach 15” (38 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque socket head, blue glass eyes, painted lashes, lightlyfeathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette mohair bobbed wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7248 4 Germany Heubach (sunburst mark, head) (Holz-masse stamp on body). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912. Value Points: pouty-faced fellow with glass eyes, original signed body with original finish. $700/900

259. Three Early Mechanical Toys Including Theroude Boy on Horse 9 ½” (24 cm.) merry-go-round. Including tinplate merry-go-round in original pastel shades, with rider on horse, boy on swan, and two children on double-seated cart, which activates from spring lever at the side, causing rides, spiral spring and flag to revolve merrily around; swan on wheeled tinplate base with flapping wings, activated by friction movement; and paper mache boy on horse which is spring-mounted

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clapping at circus performances is labeled “Circus Spearino”, and opens to a bountiful collection of circus performers, animals and props, and includes planked wooden flooring (for insertion of figures to allow standing), and various tables, benches and chairs. The figures are each hinged at arm and leg joints to allow variation of poses, and each has well-detailed costume. The interior lid of the box has illustrated suggestions for posing (much in the manner of early Schoenhut circus ads), and was likely designed as a competition to the American wooden circus toy. Germany, early 1900s. $800/1100

262. American Carved Wooden Smiling Character, Model 203, by Schoenhut 16” (41 cm.) All-wooden doll with carved socket head, carved hair in casual combmarked curls, well-defined ears, painted intaglio dark eyes with white eyedots, closed mouth with wide grinning expression, row of painted teeth, impressed dimples, all-wooden spring-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: very good/excellent, original finish on face and hair, rub on nose tip, some repair/repaint on body. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan 17,’11 USA & Foreign Countries. Comments: Schoenhut, model 204, from Graziano sculptures, the model was made for six months only, 1911. Value Points: rare Schoenhut model with excellent sculpting details of smiling lad, with well-defined hair. $800/1100

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264. German BrownComplexioned Flirty-Eyed Bisque Character, 1294, by Simon & Halbig, with Pet Dog 13” (32 cm.) Brown-complexioned bisque socket head, brown glass “flirty” eyes, black painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, black mohair wig, brown composition baby body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1294 Simon & Halbig Made in Germany 32. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: rarer model flawless complexion, well-functioning flirty eyes, original body in near mint condition, along with pet mohair amber-eyed dog. $700/900

265. Amusing German Wooden and Paper Mache Pop-Up Toy 5” (13 cm.) l. box. A light wood crate with hidden spring mechanism, has a hinged lid which, when released, pops to reveal a paper mache stork in gentleman’s costume with little paper mache baby attached to his lapel. Germany, late 1800s. $200/300

266. German Bisque Character, 1358, with Rare Cafe-au-Lait Complexion 16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with light cafeau-lait complexion, brown glass sleep eyes, black

263. German BrownComplexioned Bisque Child Doll, 739, by Simon and Halbig 16” (41 cm.) Brown-complexioned bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, black painted curly lashes and brushstroked brows with feathered highlights, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: S 8 ½ H 739 dep. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: rarer model especially with flawless brown complexion, original body and body finish. $800/1100 264, 265.

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painted curly lashes, black brushstroked brows with feathered details, accented nostrils, open mouth, very full coral-shaped lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1358 Germany Simon & Halbig S&H 5.

Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890.

Value Points: especially pleasing light brown complexion and painting of lips on the hardto-find character model. $1100/1500

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by Bahr and Proschild 11� (28 cm.) Brown-complexioned bisque socket head, brown glass eyes, painted lashes, black feathered brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 277 dep. Comments: Bahr and Proschild, circa 1890. Value Points: wonderful petite

size, flawless rich complexion, original body and body finish, lovely antique costume. $700/900

268. Rare German Brown-Complexioned Bisque Child Doll, 739, by Simon & Halbig 18� (46 cm.) Bisque socket head with rich brown complexion, brown glass eyes, black eyeliner, black painted lashes and brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four teeth, pierced ears, impressed chin dimple, black mohair fleecy wig, brown composition and wooden ball-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume, undergarments and shoes. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: S 10 H 739 dep Germany. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890.

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Advertising stamp from 1905 featuring washing machine

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the internal metal agitators to swivel back and forth. The machine is metal-lined and has a tin-lined wooden soap board. Very good/excellent, some aging of metal lid and interior. The lid is labeled “Schmidt’s Waschmaschinen”, and was created as a salesman’s sample, designed for later child play, to encourage the sale of the full-size popular washing machine of the early 1900s (see image of promotional image created about 1900). $700/900

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9” (23 cm.) l. bed warmer. Scaled for display with dolls about 24”-28”, the collection includes wooden-handled copper bed warmer with windmill scene, two copper pudding molds, silver-plated teapot with unusual elongated wooden handle, metal pitcher with embossed flower design, wooden coffee grinder with dove-tailed construction and cast iron handle, and two heavy cast irons (the larger with rare design of lift door at the back to allow the internal heated bar to be constantly refreshed). Overall excellent. Late 1800s. $800/1000

35” (89 cm.) w. x 19”h x 18”d. The wooden dollhouse kitchen with open front has interior lithographed wall and floor paper to simulate various tiling patterns, an opening back door with very ornate door frame which matches the window frame on the right side. Built-in ornate cupboards with original painted and stenciled finishes include a large corner cupboard and matching cupboards and shelving which completely line the left wall. There is a tinplate stove with brass doors and copper utensils, as well as various tables and chairs, butcher block and more furnishings, and the room is abundantly finished with wonderful miniature objects including hanging oil lamps, painted tinplate coffee grinder, numerous pans and cooking tools, and more. A bisque doll in dress and apron stands in attendance. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1890, an outstanding room is wonderfully-preserved and furnished. $3000/4000

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273. German All-Bisque Character, Model 892, with Googly-Eyed Pup 6 ½” (17 cm.) One-piece solid domed bisque head and torso, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs, bare feet, painted blonde boyish hair, painted blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, one-stroke brows, closed mouth, antique knit costume.

Condition: generally excellent, hidden restoration on internal stringing loop of right leg. Marks: 892 4 (head and limbs). Value Points: charming little fellow with all-matching signed limbs, antique costume, with his own little mohair pup with glass googly eyes. $400/600

274. German Bisque “Mein Liebling”, Model 117, by Kammer and Reinhardt with Rare Original Body 15” (39 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette mohair wig, composition

272. A Trio of German All-Bisque Kewpies 4 ½” (11 cm.) 7 ½”, and 11”. Each is all-bisque with classic sculpted topknot, forelock and side curls, large painted side-glancing googly eyes, impish smile, blue wings. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1912, from original designs by Rose O’Neill. Value Points: the trio includes rare largest size of the all-bisque with early angel-wing costume, and mediumsized with rare jointing of legs as well as arms. $800/1100

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and wooden ball-jointed body with slender torso, rare side-hip and mid-thigh jointing.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 117 39.

Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912, their model marketed as “Mein Liebling”. Value Points: wonderful size of the beloved model with beautiful expression and bisque, rare original body in near mint condition. $1800/2400

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275. Beautiful German Bisque “Mein Liebling”, Model 117A, by Kammer and Reinhardt 28” (70 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with pertly-shaped lips, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 117/A 70. Value Points: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912, the model was marketed as “Mein Liebling” (my darling). Value Points: very beautiful example of the gentle-faced child, with original wig, body, and body finish, and is wearing lovely antique costume which is likely original. $3200/3800

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276. French Bisque Blue-Eyed Portrait Bébé by Emile Jumeau with Lovely Antique Costume 20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve-blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded lips, separately-modeled pierced ears, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: 10 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body).

Comments: Emile Jumeau, his early portrait bébé, circa 1878. Value Points: beautiful early bébé has original body in near mint condition, choice bisque, fine antique costume and cream kidskin shoes impressed with full figure of doll. $3800/4800

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277. Grand French Bisque “Bébé Triste”

by Emile Jumeau, Size 15 32” (81 cm.) Bisque socket head with very full cheeks, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, mauve- blushed eye shadow, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, impressed chin and philtrum dimples, separately modeled pierced ears, mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with very plump limbs and straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks:15 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, the portrait bébé sculpted

by Carrier-Belleuse, circa 1882. Value Points: rare grand size with gorgeous delicate bisque enhanced by depth and clarity of paperweight eyes, original body and body finish. $12,000/16,000

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brows, accented nostrils, slightly parted shaded lips, row of upper porcelain teeth, nice woolen costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 227 Paris 8. 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. $1100/1500

279. Two French Nodding-Head Bulldogs with Flocked Finish 11” (28 cm.) Each is firm-bodied carton with muscular body and loosely-attached nodding head, glass eyes, attached stud collar.

The heads are designed to “bob” in an amusing action. Excellent condition. French, mid-1900s. $800/1000

280. German Bisque Child, 1078, by Simon and Halbig with Pair of Pull-Toy Horses 11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, large brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, five-piece paper

278. French Bisque Art Character, 227,

by SFBJ with Laughing Expression 21” (53 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 280.

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mache body, antique khaki uniform with belt, medallion and black boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1078 Halbig S&H 1 ½.

Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: the wide-eyed uniformed boy owns a matched pair of wooden pull-toy horses on wheeled bases, each with painted dappled finish. $400/500

281. Wonderful Collection of Accessories for Boy Dolls Including 9” chip-carved wooden dog with painted collar; three petite leather-bound books in case; domed leather satchel with silver-finish straps and bail handle; tan leather school satchel with handle; another rounded tan satchel; 4” miniature meerschaum pipe with carved galloping horse; sepia early photograph of young boy and girl, boxed set of dominoes, and a cast iron helmet with spread

eagle design and finial. Excellent condition. Late 1800s/early 1900s. $700/900

282. French Bisque Pouty-Faced Character, Model 252, by SFBJ with Toddler Body 23” (58 cm.) Bisque socket head with very chubby cheeks and double chin, blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with pouting expression, brunette mohair wig, French composition fully-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, antique sailor costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 252 Paris 11. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912. Value Points: outstanding quality of modeling including frown lines around the eyes and forehead, very fine luminous bisque, original body and body finish. $2200/2800

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284. French All-Bisque Miniature Doll In Presentation Box 4” (10 cm.) x 3” box.

2 ½” doll. Within a cardstock box with lithographed cover depicting Moroccan scene is an all-bisque browncomplexioned doll with painted facial features, swivel head, jointed limbs, black mohair wig, in Moroccan costume, along with a metal double283. Detail humped camel. Excellent condition. French, circa 1900. $200/300

283. Rare German Bisque Two-Faced Helmet Googly by Max Handwerck 9” (23 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 blue-eyed googly with painted black hair and sculpted red fez with Turkish symbols; on the other is brown-eyed googly with blonde hair and green military cap with brim; having composition ball-jointed toddler body. 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. $1100/1300

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by Max Handwerck with Rare Open Mouth 12” (30 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with sculpted green military helmet above brown painted hair, blue glass side-glancing googly eyes, painted short lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, slightly parted lips in beaming smile, composition and wooden balljointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Dep Elite D 1.

Comments: Max Handwerck, from his series of helmet googlies, circa 1918. Value Points: rare open-mouth variation of the helmet googly. $700/900

286. German Bisque Miniature Doll, Model 886,

by Simon & Halbig in Original Brittany Costume

wonderfully-preserved original Brittany costume with well-detailed embroidery. $400/500

287. Team of German Pull-Toy Horses and Vintage Photos of Children with Toy Horses 12” (30 cm.) l. A matched pair of paper mache horses with dappled painted finish, sculpted manes and harness, horse-hair tails, are posed on wheeled wooden platforms, each with rare woven head-dress with red ball tassels worn over their heads, connected by wooden harness.

Included is a collection of six vintage photos of boys and girls alongside their toy horses. Excellent condition. Circa 1890. $500/800

288. Three Rare Small-Sized Lamps Including Mariner’s Map Lamp and Wax Jack 8” (20 cm.) Including 8” chrome mariner’s lamp with red glass shade and original attached snuffer, incised Lamp Nut with various 1889 medaille awards, purposed as a mariner’s map-reading lamp. Along with two wax jack lamps, one in elaborate cast brass stein-shaped case with gargoyle handle. Excellent condition. $300/500

6 ½” (17 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass eyes, painted lashes and brows, slightly-parted lips, blonde mohair wig, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips, painted shoes. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: 886.

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24” (61 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes with “dot” highlights, thick brushstroked brows with feathered details, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with modeled tongue tip and beautifully-shaded lips, pierced ears, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 9 F.G. (in scroll).

Comments: Gaultier, circa 1890. Value Points: lovely bisque, dramatic large eyes with richly-painted brows enhanced by glazed highlights, original body and body finish. $2800/3300

290. Rare-To-Find French Bisque Bébé

by Henri Alexandre 18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, large dark blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose-blushed eyeshadow, thick brushstroked brows with decorative glaze, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, nicely costumed.

Condition: generally excellent, some light retouch on body. Marks: H 10 A (and symbol). Comments: Henri Alexandre, circa 1890. Value Points: rare to find model with very distinctive expression accentuated by large eyes. $2500/2800

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291. French Bisque Bébé “Bleuette” with Original Body 11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, dark glass sleep eyes, painted lower lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, cotton suit with black edging. Condition: generally excellent, two faint lines above left ear may be original. Marks: SFBJ 60 Paris 8/0 (head) 2 (torso) 1 (feet). Comments: Bleuette, from the 19161922 era. Value Points: excellent quality of bisque, original body and body finish. $500/700

292. Tiny German Velvet “Bully” by Steiff with Original Label 3 ½” (9 cm.) Firmly-stuffed velvet pup in seated pose, with upright large ears, collar ruff, amber glass eyes, embroidered nose, neck band with brass bell. With original silver-edged white label “Bully Steiff-Original”.

Very good condition, some fading of velvet. Germany, Steiff, circa 1905. $400/500

293. French Bisque Bébé, Size 1, as First Period Bleuette from Gaultier-Langereau 10 ½” (27 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, shaded lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1. Comments: Bébé Jumeau,

circa 1905, the doll was presented as the first period Bleuette. Value Points: rare model with original body, body finish, original shoes signed Paris Bébé 1 with bee symbol, original Bleuette dress of later period. $1200/1500

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German Tin Lithographed Stroller by Maerklin with All-Bisque Doll 8” (20 cm.) including handle. Lithographed tin double-edged doll stroller in original ivory and coral painted finish, has hinged foot rest, and unique frame designed to allow the stroller to free-stand. Seated in the stroller is an allbisque doll with sculpted blonde hair, painted facial features, jointed arms and legs, antique knit suit. Excellent condition. Carriage by Maerklin, Germany, circa 1890. $400/600 291.

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297. German Bisque Child by Kestner 11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth with outlined lips, two porcelain upper teeth, brunette mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden balljointed body, antique dress and undergarments. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: c made in Germany 4. Comments: Kestner, circa 1910.

Value Points: pretty wide-eyed child has original wig, pate, body and body finish. $400/500

298. German Bisque Child, 174, by Kestner 11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, wearing boy’s flannel suit and velvet cap, shoes, socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: made in Germany 174.

295. French Woolen Ensemble for Edwardian Lady Doll, with Parasol and Trunk To fit lady-bodied doll about 24”. Of green wool serge with shadow pinstripes, the two-piece suit features triple-layered collar with lapels, green velvet trim and cuffs, braid edging, matching 295. Detail skirt. Along with a wooden doll trunk, 7”h. x 9”w, with natural canvas cover, tin and wooden slats, lift-out tray; and with a 16”l. wooden handled parasol with grey/black silk cover, and rare figural emblem at the handle grip depicting the head of girl with ruffled cap.

Excellent condition. For the French market, circa 1895. $800/1100

296. German Bisque Lady, Model 1159,

by Simon and Halbig with Original Lingerie and Shoes 24” (61 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, thick dark eyeliner, dark curly lashes, brushstroked feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, richly-shaded lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig in original up-swept style, composition and wooden ball-jointed lady body with shapely bosom and waist.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1159 Simon & Halbig S&H 10.

Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: fine quality of bisque with artistic matte complexion, original lady body with original finish, wearing original undergarments with rare extended train on petticoat, cream heeled shoes. $1100/1400

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Comments: Kestner, circa 1910. Value Points: neat little fellow with excellent bisque, original body and body finish, original wig and pate. $300/400

299. Collection of Early Purses 3”-6”. Including woven green coin purse with silver ring and silver bead embroidery; three various bead purses for drawstring closures with intricate designs, brass-framed purse with purple velvet sides (faded) and red sateen linen interior, and an unusual brown leather purse with chrome-plated clasp and belt loop, with applied faux-ivory image of cathedral. Excellent condition.

Mid-1800s. $300/500

300. American Patented “Autoperipatetikos” Lady with Rare Sculpted Blonde Hair

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11” (28 cm.) Bisque shoulder head with sculpted blonde hair waved from face and forming into three tiers of rolled curls which are captured at the back of head within a modeled snood with black head band, painted blue eyes, red and brown upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth, carton torso and skirt which contains clockwork mechanism, brass feet; when wound, the lady walks forward. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Patented July 15th, 1862; also in Europe 20 Dec. 1862. (imprinted on bottom of cardboard skirt). Comments: Autoperipatetikos, circa 1865, the patented walking model utilized several different heads including this German bisque model. Value Points: exquisite sculpting and painting of the early model, original mechanical walking body, antique silk dress. $900/1100

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In 1939, the American firm of Effanbee introduced a series of Historical Dolls depicting fashion through American history as symbolized in important events or times. The complete series of 30 dolls were designed to bring history alive to children, and, according to a booklet which was issued with each doll were “true replicas of the nationally famous exhibition series of Historical Dolls that Effanbee produced at a cost of over $30,000 and which are now being displayed in leading stores throughout the land”.

Each of the dolls is 14”, all-composition with socket head having what Effanbee described as “satin-smooth complexion”, painted facial features, closed mouth and jointing at shoulders and legs, and each is marked “Effanbee AnneShirley”. Each is in excellent condition unless noted.

301. “1607 - Indian” in Kidskin Tunic with Beads 14” (36 cm.) With sienna-tinted complexion, black mohair wig in long braids, brown eyes, wearing kidskin fringed tunic with pants, dark tan moccasins with beading, colorful strands of beads. Some light spotting on tunic. $200/300

302. “Primitive Indian 1492” in Kidskin Costume

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303. “St. Augustine Settlement 1565” with Black Lace Mantilla 14” (36 cm.) With black hair arranged in chignon at her nape and covered with black lace mantilla, brown painted eyes, wearing brown cotton full-length dress with lace collar and cuffs, petticoat, pantalet, shoes and socks, and with Effanbee heart bracelet. $200/400

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304. “1608 - Virginia Colony” Lady in Green Gown 14” (36 cm.) With reddish/brown very full waist-length hair, painted blue eyes, wearing green cotton gown with lace-trimmed sateen collar and cuffs, coral bows, petticoat, pantalet, shoes and socks. Described in the 1939 booklet as a “typical James I period dress, such as might have been worn by Mistress Anne Forest, the first Englishwoman to come to America in 1608”. $300/400

305. “1625 - New York Settlement” Lady in Burgundy and Grey Gown 14” (36 cm.) With brown human hair in long curls and bangs, painted blue eyes, wearing burgundy cotton gown with gold edging and white bodice under a grey full-length jacket with pleated sides, with gold belt, hankie, petticoat, pantalets, socks and shoes. The 1939 brochure noted “the ladies of this section closely followed the French fashions in their elegant perfection”. $300/400

306. “1682 - Quaker Colony” Lady in Simple Dress with Green Apron 14” (36 cm.) With grey hair, painted brown eyes, wearing tan/brown cotton gown with black laced bodice panel, white collar and cuffs, attached green apron, petticoat, panties, shoes and stockings. The 1939 brochure noted “The Quakers chose their clothes for simplicity and they preferred the grave, dull colors which gave them an air of unpretentious refinement”. $300/400 306.

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309. “1720 The Pioneer American Spirit” in Green “Watteau Sacque” Costume 14” (36 cm.) With ashblonde hair drawn away from face, blue painted eyes, wearing teal-green floral-printed gown with unusual self-banding, matching overskirt with red cotton lining, red bows at bodice, petticoat, panties, socks and shoes.

The 1939 brochure noted “this dress reveals the elaborate prints that were so much used. The ‘Watteau Sacque’ was introduced”. $400/500

310. “1760 - PreRevolutionary Period” in Cream Cotton Gown

307. “1711 - Colonial Prosperity” Lady with Elegant Coiffure and Gown 14” (36 cm.) With white mohair wig arranged in elaborate up-swept curls, painted blue eyes, original face patch, wearing wide hooped cotton floral gown with blue center panel, cuffs and hankie, red bows at bodice, petticoat, panties, socks, and shoes, gold heart bracelet. The 1939 brochure noted “fashion was of primary importance...patches were worn to signify ones political leanings...Tory sympathizers wore them on the right”. $400/500

308. “1685 Later Carolina Settlement” Lady in Yellow Gown with Flowered Panels 14” (36 cm.) With brown human hair, blue painted eyes, wearing yellow cotton gown with blue bows at bodice, yellow-cotton-lined floral-printed cotton overskirt and bretelles, three tiers of lace at the

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311. “1777 - Revolutionary Period” White-Haired Lady in Green Gown 14” (36 cm.) White human hair in elaborate coiffure, blue painted eyes, wearing green cotton gown with box-pleated hem and cuffs under a flower-printed coral over-dress with panniers, petticoat, pantalets, socks, shoes, gold heart bracelet. Described in the 1939 brochure as “The dress, such as Martha Washington might have worn, closely followed the prevailing French fashions. The fashion for wearing powdered hair was prevalent”. $300/400

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312. “1804 - Louisiana Purchase” Lady in Blue Gown with Embroidered Details 14” (36 cm.) With brunette human hair in elaborate curls, painted blue/green eyes, wearing blue cotton high-waisted gown with embroidered details on bretelles and skirt, white pleated band at skirt and edging the attached blue cotton train, lace trim, petticoat, pantalets, stockings, shoes. Described in the 1939 brochure as “gowns of this period were elaborately embroidered...long trains were fashionable”. $300/500

313. “1816 - Monroe Doctrine” with Red and Cream Striped Gown 14” (36 cm.) Dark brunette human hair, painted blue/grey eyes, wearing cream cotton tunic with very full sleeves, over cream and red striped skirt, four-tier lace yoke, petticoat, panties, stockings and shoes. The 1939 brochure said “dresses at this time were shorter and skirts narrower; emphasis was placed on the sleeves”. $300/400

314. “1841 - Pre-Civil War Period” Lady in Red Cotton Gown

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316. “1666 - Massachusetts Bay Colony” Lady in Purple Gown 14” (36 cm.) With long flowing black human hair curls, painted brown eyes (paint flake on iris of left eye), wearing royal purple cotton gown with lace edging on bodice and full sleeves, petticoat, pantalets, stockings, shoes. The 1939 catalog noted “gay colors, rich trimming and the use of gay petticoats which were revealed by looping back the dress”. $300/400

317. “1873 - Industrial South” Lady in Mauve Cotton Gown with Purple Jacket

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319. “1888 - Settling the West” Lady in Blue Cotton Gown with Detachable Bodice 14” (36 cm.) With brunette human hair arranged in long elaborate curls, painted green eyes with blue iris edging, wearing blue cotton gown with sleeveless bodice under detachable shirred bodice with garland of flowers, and with front panel skirt ( light spotting) over a very elaborate underskirt with draping at the front and extended train at the back, petticoat, pantalets, stockings, shoes, gold wrist bracelet. $200/300

318. “1896 - Unity of Nation Established” Lady in Coral and Lace Ensemble 14” (36 cm.) With red human hair drawn into chignon at her crown, painted brown eyes, wearing coral cotton ensemble with flared skirt trimmed with pyramidshaped lace panels, and matching jacket with generous leg’o mutton sleeves and ruffled bodice front, petticoat, pantalets, stockings, shoes, gold heart bracelet. The 1939 brochure stated “dresses at this time featured leg’o mutton sleeves, short jackets which terminated in a peplum and the extensive use of lace and braid”. $300/400

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