Then Shen Entered the Room

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Design: Travis Hammond

Photography: Gerald Nelson

Senior Conservator: Terry Lanford

Conservators: Hana Holbrook, Scott Netro, Marie Kocourkova

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ISBN 978-1-944881-47-4

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The ballroom glittered, gleaming with the candlelight from chandeliers, sparkling with the rustling silk costumes of society’s finest grand dames and young debutantes, all set against the background undertones of gentlemen’s murmuring intrigues set to orchestra overtures.

And then she entered the room.

Voices hushed. Only an occasional gasp could be heard. Faces turned to her, some in awe, some astonishment, others brimming with envy. She slowly lowered her mask, and her beauty was revealed.

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German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 1469, by Simon and Halbig

French Porcelain Poupée by Adelaide Huret in Fine Early Costume and with Original Box

27. 16”

Very Beautiful Early French Bisque Bébé by Gaultier

73. 11 ½”

Endearing Petite French Bisque Bébé, 3/0, by Schmitt et Fils

97. 18”

Outstanding Early Model French Bisque Bébé A.T. by Andre Thuillier

183. 11”

Petite French Bisque Bébé from Au Nain Bleu Boutique with Original Labels on Doll and Dress

249. 15”

French Bisque Bébé E.J. by Jumeau in Early Couturier Costume

252. 16”

French Bisque Portrait Bébé by Emile Jumeau with Exquisite Painting

259. 18”

French Bisque Bébé, Figure C, by Jules Steiner with Dear Gentle Expression

272. 18”

French Bisque Bébé by Gaultier with Early Block Letter Markings

285. 19”

French Bisque Bébé E.J. by Emile Jumeau with Early Signed Jumeau Shoes

291. 19”

French Bisque Brown-Eyed Bébé EJ., Earliest Model, by Emile Jumeau

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German Bisque Character, “Marie” by Kammer and Reinhardt from the Art Character

1. German Bisque Portrait Doll of Admiral Dewey by Dressel

15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head portraying adult man with sculpted and painted grey hair and thick moustache, dark blue glass inset eyes, painted dark lashes, thick brown brows, aquiline nose, accented eye corners, composition and wooden fully jointed body, painted black boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 24D. Comments: Cuno and Otto Dressel from their series of American hero dolls of the late 19th century, the figure portrays Admiral Dewey of Spanish-American War, circa 1895. Value Points: rare model in larger size has choice sculpting and bisque, original body and original blue wool costume with brass buttons, braid, and sword. $1200/1700

2. Pair, Dresden Porcelain Urns with Flowers

6” (15 cm.) The matching pair of porcelain urns with pedestal bases and gilded claw feet are decorated with a band of flowers around the sides of urn and filled with a lavish bouquet of variegated vibrant garden flowers of Dresden porcelain. Excellent condition with few typical flakes to Dresden petals. Germany, mid1800s. $400/500

3. French Faience Doll-Sized Cabinet with 18th Century Style Scenes

10” (25 cm.) Of fine faience with creamy background that is richly decorated with gilt and floral spray decorations, the bombe-shaped cabinet has hinged front door which opens to shelved interior which is also hand-painted and decorated; the cabinet features pastoral scenes of romantic couples in dancing poses on the top, sides and front door. French, late 1800s. Excellent condition.

$700/900

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4. French Bisque Poupée with Rare Kid-OverWooden Body and Bisque Arms

15” (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, small cobalt blue inset eyes, dark eyeliner, delicately-painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line between pale lips, ears pierced into head, blonde mohair wig

over cork pate, shapely poupée body of kid stretched over wood, doweljointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, bisque arms to elbows and well-defined bisque hands and fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1867. Value Points: exceptional beauty achieved by most delicate bisque, original wig, body, perfect bisque hands, and very fine antique costume. $2400/2800

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5. French Black Velvet and Beaded Gown for Huret-Era Poupée

4” shoulders. 11” overall length. For 16”-17” poupée. The two-piece ensemble of black velvet, with gauze and silk lining, has dainty short pagoda style sleeves and is decorated with bands of geometrically-arranged black glass beading, and with fringed edging on sleeves. Excellent condition. French, circa 1860. $500/700

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6. English Tin Biscuit Box in the Shape of Domed Trunk

8” (20 cm.) The tin shaped box, with domed trunk edged by rounded black tin banding has various panels with lithographed 18th century pastoral romantic scenes, marked MacFarlane Lang & Co Biscuits & Cakes on underside. Very good condition, some minor rubs to finish. English, late 1800s.

$300/400

7. Splendid French Bisque Portrait Poupée by Jumeau with Magnificent Coiffure

26” (66 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass paperweight eyes with spiral threading and darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, mauve blushed eye shadow, painted lashes and feathered brows, black beauty spot, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair in elaborate upswept coiffure over cork pate, French kid poupée body with gusset jointing at hips and elbows, wooden arms with dowel jointing at shoulders and elbows. Condition: generally excellent, sturdy original body. Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1875. Value Points: finest clarity and quality of bisque with delicate complexion, softly blushed cheeks and chin, and wearing extravagant ball gown with jewels and gala mask.

$3500/4500

8. Antique Doll Shoes for Poupées

1 ½” (4 cm.) -2” l. Scaled for poupée or lady doll feet, including two pairs of French kidskin slippers with tiny wooden heels; pair of French woven slippers with brown bows and cobbled leather soles and heels; blue laced kidskin boots with impressed logo of boots; French brown leather heeled boots with brass buttons, and very rare metal ice skates with leather straps. Excellent condition, circa 1875. $700/900

9. French Chambre à Coucher with Garland Carving Attributed to Maison Giroux

17” (43 cm.) h. armoire. The three-piece ensemble of fine walnut with fruitwood inlays comprises armoire with mirrored front door and single drawer, having carved crest ornament, with lock and key; matching

secretaire-chest with locks and key, drop-front desk surface to reveal fitted interior; and bed with carved crest on headboard and original mattress and pillows (also blue silk bed covers). Excellent condition. French, circa 1860, the quality of the set suggests its original presentation in luxury store such as Maison Giroux or Au Paradis des Enfants. $1200/1600

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10. German Ormolu Miniature Desk Accessories by Erhard & Sohne

2” (5 cm.) h. mirrored frame. Of fine gilded ormolu, the collection includes fancy mirrored frame with easel back, mantel clock with porcelain face, gilt frame with illustration of the German poet Adelbert von Chamisso, candlestick with finger handle, and tiny book with ormolu wrap. Excellent condition. Germany, Erhard & Sohne, circa 1885. $500/700

11. German Bisque Lady Doll with Sculpted Bodice and Glass Eyes

13” (33 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with perfectly oval face, solid dome, inset blue glass eyes with black outlined eye sockets, delicately painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig, sculpted white bodice to suggest blouse front

with ruffles and tucks, with attached gilt metal brooch, firmly-stuffed original muslin body with stitch-jointing at hips and shoulders, bisque lower arms and hands. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1870. Value Points: rarity factors include glass eyes, sculpted bodice, bisque arms, the beautiful doll wearing fine antique muslin gown, undergarments, and blue kidskin ankle boots. $700/900

12. Italian Terra Cotta Dog with Enamel Eyes and Fitted Collar

4 ½” (11 cm.) The artistically-modeled dog in reclining pose with curled tail and extended front paws has tiny inset enamel eyes and sculpted brown collar. Excellent condition. Italian, early 1800s, from Neopolitan scenes of villages and aristocratic homes. $400/500

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13. Very Rare German Bisque Vignette “Ladies at 5 O’Clock Tea” by Galluba & Hoffman

7” (18 cm.) each seated. Three all-bisque figures of adult ladies, modeled one-piece with adult lady body styling, are posed in three alternate manners, each seated, one with tea cup and saucer in extended arms as though about to sip, one holding an open-face magazine as though reading about an event, and the third with fan in her hand. Each has elegant slender face and body, oval-shaped face and elongated throat, painted facial features, original brunette mohair wig in opulent coiffure, painted stockings and heeled shoes with bows, and is wearing

original costume of the 1920 era. The ladies are presented seated on wooden chairs with matching marble top table, and are preserved under glass dome on ebony base. Excellent condition. Germany, Galluba & Hoffman, circa 1915, in an early catalog the firm described the trio as “fashion dolls, with the use of Empire furniture...arranged for 5 o’clock tea”. The extremely rare set is presented in impeccably preserved condition. $3500/4500

17” (43 cm.) Of rich burled walnut, the tall cabinet has single front door with center panel of rubbed gold abstract design having inlay and garland framing, and with matching inlay single drawer below, four gilt metal ball feet, and with key hole and matching key. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885. $600/800

14” (36 cm.) Bisque socket head with heart-shaped face, small blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and delicately-feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig in long flowing curls, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with slender and elongated torso and limbs, feet posed for high heels. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1469 Simon & Halbig 2. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1915. Value Points: the sought-after model of slender-bodied Edwardian fashion lady has wonderful bisque and expression, original body and body finish, and lovely antique costume. $1800/2200

14. French Burled Walnut Doll-Size Cabinet with Elaborate Inlays

15. German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 1469, by Simon and Halbig

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16. French Ensemble for Huret Poupée by Bereux in Original Labeled Box

Of fine sheer muslin in cream color, the two-piece ensemble includes a short bolero jacket and matching skirt, each piece decorated with dainty feather and arrow black embroidery, and the skirt edged with very narrow pleats at the hemline; cotton underpetticoat included. For 16”-17” poupée. The ensemble is presented in original box with engraving on the outer lid, and original label “Mme Bereux, Exposition Universelle de 1855, Specialite pour la confection et la toilette de poupées en tous genres, Paris, Rue de Hanovre 21”. Excellent condition. Paris, Mme. Bereux, circa 1855. $800/1200

17. French Porcelain Poupée by Adelaide Huret in Fine Early Costume and with Original Labeled Huret Box

17” (43 cm.) Porcelain shoulderhead with rounded facial modeling, painted blue eyes with black upper eyeliner, feathered brows, all-around delicately painted lashes, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, dark blonde mohair wig over cork pate, gutta-percha body with dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, kid collarette. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Brevet d’Inv. SGDG Maison Huret Boulevard Montmartre 22 Paris (stamp on kid collarette) Comments: Adelaide Huret, circa 1857. Value Points: the rare early period poupée by the illustrious dollmaker has fine gleaming porcelain complexion, exquisite painting, original deposed body, and is wearing antique dress of the era, undergarments, leather ankle boots, woven bonnet, and carrying leather necessaire. The doll has been preserved in its original green carton box with original Huret label. $14,000/19,000

18. English Regency Doll Chair with Rare Gargoyle Carved Accents

9” (23 cm.) The mahogany chair with dark finish features elaborately carved sheaf of wheat at back rest, and graceful arms carved in the shape of winged gargoyles, claw feet, and rich gilded accents and bands, green velvet seat. Excellent condition. Early 1800s, exceptional detail of carving and decoration. $600/800

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19. Fine Accessories for French Poupées

The elegant accessories include black velvet hat (1 ¾” inside diameter) with ivory silk lining, pleated black silk border, black velvet tie strings and extended length embroidered black lace lappets; 2” kidskin gloves; 4” black woolen fringed blanket wrap in original leather straps; 2 ½” padded feather muff with neck cord; 2 ½” lacquer cover dance book with mother of pearl inlay and pencil; and red leather card case with embossed gold design of Exhibition building, containing playing cards. Excellent condition. French, circa 1880. $600/800

20. Five Pairs of Early Shoes and Slippers for Poupées

Including 2”l. black kidskin heeled ankle boots with fringe trim, maker’s stamp; 2” black kidskin heeled short ankle boots with lacing grommets (no laces) marked “Giroux Paris”; 2” black kidskin slipper shoes with bows marked “C.C.” and two pairs of woven tapestry slippers (some wear) with kidskin soles. Excellent condition but as noted. French, circa 1875. $300/500

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21. French Woven Bonnet by Huret with Elaborate Decorations in Original Labeled Box

1 ¾” (4 cm.) inside hat width. Woven bonnet with wide brim is richly decorated embroidered tulle that is accented with applied tiny pearls and decorated with ivory fabric lilies, with silk label “Huret” and presented in original box with green banding with stamped “Huret a Paris” on inside lid. Excellent condition. French, by Adelaide Huret, circa 1865. $500/700

22. French Metal Handled Parasol Attributed

to Adelaide Huret

9” (23 cm.) Having painted yellow metal handle with black banding, original patterned rose/gilt silk cover with ivory braid edging and long silk fringe. The style of parasol was sold in the Huret boutique and its frame was likely a product of the Huret family iron work production. Adelaide Huret, circa 1860. Fine original condition and presented in original (not labeled) green box with gilt edging. $700/900

23. French Mahogany Toilette Table with Mirrored Interior

7” (18 cm.) French mahogany toilette table with inlay fruitwood borders, beaded edging, spindled legs, hinged top which opens to mirrored inside lid and fitted niches. Along with cast iron framed mirror in hinged bracket case, with elaborate detailing, likely American. Excellent condition. Circa 1880. $300/400

24. German Bisque Lady Doll by Simon and Halbig with Rare Twill-over-Wooden Body

16” (41 cm.) Pale bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, cornflower-blue glass enamel inset eyes enhanced by rich dark

eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair wig over cork pate, stretched-twill-over-wooden fully-articulated shapely lady body with dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips, knees and ankles and with bisque lower arms and slightly-cupped hands, costume included. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1875. Value Points: very beautiful bisque and painting on the pale complexioned gentle-featured lady, with original wellarticulated body, bisque hands. $2400/2800

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11” (28 cm.) h. arm chair. Each is nicely shaped in faux bamboo style with gilded finish, peach silk upholstery with embroidered floral designs, braid and brass trim edging, the set comprising a circular pedestal table, settee, arm chair and side chair. The settee has original paper label from Maison Giroux, the luxury Parisian store of the 1860 era. Excellent condition and very rare to find as a complete set with original luxury upholstery. Ex-Peggy Lancaster Collection. $1200/1500

26. Beautiful French Bisque Bébé, Series A., by Jules Steiner

16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with plump rounded face, blue glass sleep eyes which operate from wire lever at back of head, mauve blushed eye shadow, painted lashes, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with prim small lips defined by pronounced outline, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over original Steiner pate, Steiner composition fully jointed body with straight wrists, lovely silk costume. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: Sie A 1 (incised) Steiner SGDG Paris Bourgoin (red ink script) (black caduceus stamp on torso).

Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1882. Value Points: rare early Steiner bébé with wonderful demure expression enhanced by delicate complexion, beautifully decorated brows and eye shadow, original body and body finish. $3500/4200

25. Ensemble French Gilded Wooden Doll Salon Furnishings with Silk Upholstery

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27. Very Beautiful Early French Bisque Bébé by Gaultier

16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with deeply-modeled features, blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading and darker iris rims, thick dark eyeliner, delicately painted lashes and brows, mauve blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, outlined lips, dimpled chin, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists, lovely rose silk dress and bonnet, undergarments, socks and shoes. Condition: generally excellent, original body and body finish albeit few scuffs. Marks: F. 1 G. (block letters). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1880. Value Points: rare to find early Gaultier bébé with especially beautiful facial modeling, eyes, and painting around the eyes. $4500/5700

28. French Leather Bébé Shoes for Bru, Size 1

1 ½” (4 cm.) The black kidskin shoes with brown overstitching at edges have ankle straps with silver buttons, brown silk bows, and brown kidskin soles with incised “B” in script inside oval, and “1”. Near mint condition. French, for Leon Casimir Bru bébé, size 1, circa 1885. $300/400

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29. French Mahogany Armoire with Mirrored Front Door and Bronze Mounts

18” (46 cm.) h. 12” width. The tall armoire of rich mahogany with burled walnut panels has a mirrored front door has added detail of beveled design at the side front, arched design apron, single drawer with dovetailing, and is richly ornamented with cast gilt bronze mounts including two figural designs, along with garlands and drawer pulls. Excellent condition. French, mid-1800s. $1100/1400

30. Rare French Bisque Poupée with Unique Body by Radiquet & Cordonnier

17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom, blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered arched brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, very-firmly stuffed kid torso and upper arms and legs, bisque forearms with expressively-posed fingers, bisque legs from above the knees, bisque sculpted heeled shoes with posing holes in heels. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2. Comments: Radiquet & Cordonnier, their model for “poupée-statuette” was deposed in 1880, designed as a mannequin for the presentation of theatrical costumes; the design, according to The Encyclopedia of French Dolls by Theimer “fused the world of the doll and the world of art”. Value Points: very rare model, created for a few years only, with unique body including modeled bosom, elegant bisque hands, and bisque lower legs with painted shoes. $7500/9500

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31. French Miniature Borzoi Dog for Salon Vignettes

10” (25 cm.) l. The firmlyshaped borzoi dog has shaved face with open mouth, painted teeth, red felt tongue, tiny amber glass eyes, black ears, long fluffy tail, and lavish white fur body cover except shaved lower legs. Excellent condition. French, circa 1890. $400/500

32. German AllBisque Figure of Coquettish Flapper Lady by Galluba & Hoffman

9” (23 cm.) One-piece allbisque figure of adult nude lady with painted thigh-high black stockings and black heeled shoes, is posed with head turned to the side, right arm bent at elbow with fingers in front of her mouth, left arms extended, with painted facial features including outlined side-glancing eyes, smiling expression, blonde mohair wig, and wearing black sheer net swim suit. Condition: excellent except professional restoration to right hand. Comments: Galluba Hoffman, the figure was offered in five different sizes, model 423, in an early company catalog, circa 1915. The model seems inspired by a nearly identical drawing of the era by French artist Maurice Milliere. Value Points: rare model with beautifully painted face, larger size. $700/900

33. German AllBisque Bathing Beauty in Unusual Seated Pose with Arabian Theme

4” (10 cm.) seated. The one-piece all-bisque figure depicts adult woman in seated pose, her legs askance and with folded ankles, head turned to the side and arms held away from body, clasping a mirror in right hand; the figure is nude excepting a white sculpted thong with colorful dot speckles, and with

turban-wrapped wig accented with metal half moon, and painted gold shoes with upturned toes. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915, very rare model with unusual Arabian theme motifs. $500/700

34. German All-Bisque Lady Ballerina with Jointed Arms

8” (20 cm.) Posed standing en pointe, the all-bisque ballerina depicting adult lady has head slightly inclined, dramatically painted facial features including outlined brown painted eyes and thick black brows, closed mouth, shapely torso, brunette mohair wig, loop-jointed arms, painted ballet slippers with elaborate detail of straps. Condition: generally excellent, two finger tips have possible restoration. Comments: Germany, circa 1910. Value Points: rarity factors include larger size, unique slippers, jointed arms, and wearing original lavender tulle costume. $600/800

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35. German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 135, by C.F. Kling with Sculpted Hair and Bodice

23” (58 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead of adult lady, blonde sculpted hair with neatly arranged curls, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, modeled fancy collar of bodice with ruffled detail, muslin stitch-jointed body, bisque lower arms, porcelain lower legs with painted boots, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 135 8. Comments: Germany, C.F. Kling, circa 1885. Value Points: rarity factors include brown glass eyes, fancy sculpted bodice. $500/700

36. Collection of Accessories for French Poupées

Including a 2” w. wire-framed cap with layered rose silk ribbons and scalloped lace, presented in cardboard hat box gilt lettered “Modes de Paris Salavin Paris” (originally presented as luxury candy box); 3” gilt metal clasp chain in original box with French label; 3”l. open-weave russet reticule with gold belt loop and gilt filigree dagger and clasps; 4” bone-handled fan with hand-painted image of lady; and 2” (inside diam.) woven hat with muslin lining, black velvet banding and silk floral ornaments. Excellent condition. French, circa 1875. $600/900

37. Very Beautiful German Bisque Lady with Removable Tiara

20” (51 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead depicting an adult lady with oval full face and elongated throat, cobalt blue glass eyes, black encircling eyeliner, incised eyeliner, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, blushed cheeks, fullysculpted pierced ears, muslin stitch-jointed body with leather arms, sewn-on striped stockings and blue leather shoes, wearing fine antique velvet jacket and patterned silk skirt, undergarments. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Alt, Beck & Gottschalk, circa 1875. Value Points: rarity factors include glass eyes, sculpted fichu at her bodice with scalloped edging, brown sculpted hair with a loosely woven braid at the crown and smoothly rolled hair at the back held by a black barrette, and two original holes at the crown designed insertion of jeweled tiara. Ex-collection Margaret Hartshorn. $1200/1600

38. Superb French Maitrise Rosewood Vitrine with Bronze Mounts

24” (61 cm.) The elegant vitrine in unusual lyre-shape has front door glass which matches the shape of interior back wall mirror, curved glass sides, gilt cast brass cabriole shaped legs, very elaborate cast bronze door frames and mounts with rich gilt finish, and glass shelving. Excellent condition. French, mid1800s, an outstanding miniature furnishing of maitrise quality. $1800/2300

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39. German Bisque Flapper Lady by Heubach for Cuno and Otto Dressel

14” (36 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with slender oval face and elongated strong throat, narrow blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, slightly-parted lips, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig, original slender lady muslin body, paper mache arms to above the elbows, paper mache lower legs with painted red rims and red-edged black ankle boots, antique day dress with lovely lace edging. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 0 (head).

Comments: Gebruder Heubach for Cuno and Dressel, original body by Dressel, circa 1915. Value Points: rare model with original body.

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40. Outstanding French Wooden Cabinet with Original Silverplate Service

16” (41 cm.) x 11”. The shelved wooden cabinet with lithographed paper cover to simulate marble is decorated with gilded ornaments at the crest and which contains an embossed silverplate tea set including tea pot, creamer, sugar, six cups and saucers, candelabra, spoons and menus. Excellent condition. French, circa 1880, the luxury toy is wonderfully preserved. $1100/1500

41. French Gilded Metal Presentation Case with Bridal Coronet and Bridal Figure

10” (25 cm.) l. 6”h. The metal framed case with rich gilt finish is lavishly ornamented with symbols of fruitfulness and future happiness, and is fitted with a curved glass front and sides, and beveled glass top which hinges open to the interior which is fitted with tufted red velvet upon which is displayed a tiny figure of the bride, surrounded by a bride’s actual coronet of waxed

orange blossoms, and several wedding gown accessories of silk flowers. Excellent condition. French, circa 1875, a particularly luxe presentation chest of wedding memorabilia. $600/800

42. Pair, German Bisque Dolls as Bride and Groom in Original Costumes

17” (43 cm.) Each has bisque socket head, glass sleep eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair

wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: B made in Germany 6 162 (bride) Simon & Halbig K*R 46 (groom). Comments: Germany, circa 1910, the bride is Kestner’s Gibson Girl socket head model and the groom is by Kammer and Reinhardt. Value Points: the elegantly clad pair are wearing original costumes, have original wigs (hers in upswept manner) and are impeccably preserved. $1100/1400

43. All-Original German Bisque Art Character, Model 114, “Gretchen”, by Kammer and Reinhardt

16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted facial features, blue eyes, thick upper eyeliner, tapered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R 114 39. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910, their model marketed as “Gretchen”. Value Points: pristine condition of the wistful-faced character with original body, body finish, wig, and elaborate folklore costume including textured velvet dress, silk apron, and beaded velvet coiffe. $2600/3200

44. French Pull-Toy Lamb on Cast Iron Wheels

16” (41 cm.) The paper mache lamb with flannelcovered head and lower legs, has green glass eyes, closed mouth, attached ears, cast iron wheels for pull-along play, and is covered with curly

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45. Wonderful French Model of Langedoc Steam Coach

38” (97 cm.) l. 23”h. Constructed of light wood with original painted finish, the elaborate coach, designed to copy the early steam coach that ran from Toulouse to Bordeaux to Marseille in France (hence, the Langedoc name appears on the doors and front medallion of the coach) has seats atop, 3 closed private compartments, a covered driver’s seat with steering wheel and headlight, and an open high seat at the back. The invention of the steam engine in the early 19th century preceded the steam train, and important models were made in both England and France. The Langedoc line was one of the most important early systems. This model, probably late 19th or early 20th century, was designed as an architectural copy of the seat coach only. Excellent original condition. Ex-Collection Stein-am-Rhein Museum. $1200/2500

46. German Musical Mechanical Dancing Kitten with Wreath

12” (30 cm.)

Standing upon a decorated wooden base with wooden turn handle is a paper mache kitten with plush “fur” head having tabbystripe accents, green glass eyes, and pink nose and mouth, with extended arms holding a floral wreath, and wearing original silk dress. When wound, music plays and the kitten twirls around and

around. Excellent condition. Germany, attributed to Zinner and Sohne, circa 1890, a delightful merry toy is wonderfully-preserved original condition. $700/900

47. An All-Original German Bisque Child by Simon & Halbig with Elaborate Scottish Costume

19” (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lower lashes, short feathered brows, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, original curly mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Germany Simon & Halbig S&H

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48. Beautiful Early Period French Smiling Poupée by Leon Casimir Bru with Wooden Arms

17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, small blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with delicatelyaccented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupée body with square-cut collarette, gusset jointing, wooden arms with dowel articulation at shoulders, elbows and wrists, separately-sculpted fingers, lovely antique costume, undergarments and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F (head and left shoulderplate).

Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, early period of his smiling poupée, circa 1867.

Value Points: rare poupée with especially lovely face, original Bru body with articulated wooden arms. $3200/3400

49. French Porcelain and Silk Floral Arrangement under Glass Dome

17” (43 cm.) h. Arranged on an ebony base under blown glass dome is a porcelain vase filled with a bountiful arrangement of various silk flowers that are encircled by a wreath of silver beads and feathers. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885. $400/500

50. Pair, German All-Bisque Plump Bathing

Beauties in Unusual Swim Suits

3 ½” (9 cm.) seated. Each is all-bisque with brown sculpted hair in stylized curls, painted facial features, plump bodies, with matching

painted black swim suits with green trim, orange slippers, posed in two various manners, one kneeling, one seated with crossed leg. Excellent condition, tiny flake on one toe tip. Germany, circa 1920, unusual hair styling, bodies, and costumes. $600/800

51. Pair, German All-Bisque Black Stocking Girls with Flowing Hair

3 ½” (9 cm.) seated. Each is a one-piece figure of young girl with sculpted blonde flowing hair, painted facial features with shy smile, with sculpted white chemise and painted black stockings and orange slippers; one girl posed kneeling on one knee as though pulling on the black stocking on her other leg, and the second girl posed seated with legs outstretched and head turned. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. $500/600

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52. French Wooden Hunting Lodge Cabinet with Rifles and Implements

28” (71 cm.) h. x 20”w. The dark walnut cabinet with detailed carving in the Brittany manner features an open case above lower chest with two sunflower-carved doors, and two attached side panels with mirrors. The cabinet has crest of garland scroll centered by carving of duck and there are two carved wooden animal heads on the side panels. Three woodenhandled rifles are displayed in the cabinet along with various other

hunting tools and implements. Excellent condition. French, late 1800s. $1100/1300

53. French Terra Cotta

Portrait of WWI Soldier in Belgian Infantry

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13” (33 cm.) Terra cotta head with artistically painted facial features including moustache, armature wrapped body with terra cotta hands and feet, mounted upon wooden base. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Infanterie Belge 1917 (ink label on base). Comments: from a series of 1917 WWI Allied soldiers which were created for a 1934 exhibition at the Musee de la Guerre in Vincennes, France and were featured in a 1934 article in the French magazine L’Illustration. Value Points: rare portrait doll, wonderfully preserved is wearing green khaki woolen uniform comprising very heavy long overcoat with flap pockets and button front, matching pants, leather boots, leather spats, brown leather belt with pouches, metal helmet, carrying elaborately leather-wrapped duffle bags, bed roll, cooking pots, woodensoled clogs, shovel, canteen and cup, and cigarette. $1100/1500

54. Lot of Accessories for Doll Vignettes

Various accessories appropriate for small tables or desks, including 2 ½” h. silver metal mantel clock with ebony and gold inlays, porcelain face, and pendulum (uncertain if internal works are complete); 2” gilt ormolu hanging key cabinet with hinged door; 2” l. cardboard box gilt lettered “Miniatures” containing miniature cigars; newspaper holder, ormolu desk calender with revolving dates; brass desk paper holder with raised design of a bird; two ormolu desk candle holders, ormolu card holder, and unusual ormolu hanging shelf with two figural designs. Excellent condition. Late 1800s. $400/500

55. German Bisque Gentleman as Golfer, Model 1303, by Simon and Halbig

20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head portraying an adult man with highlydefined characterization around the eyes and cheek planes, brown glass sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lower lashes, slightly-modeled brushstroked brows, aquiline-shaped nose with accented nostrils, closed mouth with firmly set lips, center accent line on lips, defined

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philtrum and creases at lip corners, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: professional restoration to back of head. Marks: 1303 S&H 8 ½. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890, from their 1300 art character series. The model was adapted for several variations because of its highly-characterized adult expression, including as native American or with black or mulatto complexions. Value Points: outstanding sculpture on this example portraying a gentleman in his plaid golfing ensemble and carrying golf bag and clubs.

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56. French White Pique Poupée Dress with Black Soutache Trim

Of white pique with horizontal ribbing, the dress features rounded neckline and capelet sleeves, set-in waist, and box-pleated full skirt, richly enhanced with black soutache embroidery and black velvet sash. Excellent condition. 3 ½” shoulder width, For 15”-16” poupée. French, circa 1860. $400/500

57. Early Linen Dress and Pinafore with Indigo Trim for Lady Doll

Of white linen, the dress with gathered bodice has elbowlength full cuffed sleeves and long full skirt, and is overlaid by a brown linen pinafore with fitted waist which ties at the back. Dress and pinafore are decorated to match with indigo blue handmade rick-rack and blue silk shoulder bows. 4” shoulder width. For about 17” lady doll. Circa 1870. $400/500

58. French Pique Ensemble for Poupée with Black Soutache Embroidery

The two-piece ensemble of horizontalribbed cream pique features a skirt with attached high waist bodice and inverted box pleats, along with a flared jacket with coat sleeves and pockets, with black velvet banding and buttons. Each piece is decorated with borders of black soutache. Very good condition, some color running. 4” shoulder width. French, for early period poupée in the Huret manner, circa 1860. $400/500

59. French Accessories and Ephemera for Poupées

Featuring a 4” domed leather miniature case with pearl button ornaments and looped handle which opens to a fitted interior of bone-handled combs and brushes; along with 7” mahogany-framed mirror with

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hinged bracket legs and bracket frame; 1 ½” inside width woven bonnet known as “A Deux Bonjours” with black velvet and blue silk trim; woven reticule with metal handles; and 1” leather purse. Excellent condition. French, circa 1870.

$500/700

60. Superb Early

Miniature

Inlay Desk in the Moorish Style

9” (23 cm.)

Superbly crafted Moorish style drop-front desk with elaborate inlays of exotic woods and bone in geometric patterns, having an interior niche with bone framework, two working drawers, pullout support bars with decorative front and finished on all four sides. Excellent condition. French, mid-19th century.

$800/1100

61. French Bisque Poupée with Rare Kid-Over-Wooden Body and Bisque Hands

17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with pale accented lips, ears pierced into head, ash blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid-over-wooden body with shapely torso,

dowel-jointing at shoulders, hips and knees, “baggy” kid on upper legs designed to allow a flexible articulation, bisque forearms and hands. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1875, the model was often presented in the Parisian boutique of Terrene on Rue du Marche St. Honore and is sometimes referred to as the “Terrene poupée”. Value Points: beautiful poupée with gentle expression, rare body, wearing fine antique linen costume with soutache embroidery, black kidskin slippers. $2800/3400

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62. French Faience Doll-Sized Armoire in the 18th Century Manner

16” (41 cm.) Of fine faience with creamy background, the double-door armoire features bombe-shaped doors and sides, and is surmounted by a regal crest with rampant lion coat of arms. The doors and side panels each feature a welldetailed scene in the Watteau romantic style, while side columns and lower panels present further decoration. The doors open to gilt-edged shelving and is also decorated with floral sprays. Excellent condition, repair on one door that is imperceptible on exterior. French, late 1800s. $800/1100

63. French Bisque Portrait Poupée with Rare Clement Body and Exquisite Costume

17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, elongated face with very full lower cheeks and chin, cobalt blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, ears pierced into head, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, all-wooden fullyarticulated poupée body with shapely torso, dowel-articulation

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at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. Condition: two hairlines into forehead from crown rim. Marks: Poupée Deposes SGDG. Comments: Pierre Victor Clement, a leather shoe-maker, deposed a model for a poupée body made of mold-pressed/blown leather in 1867; he drew upon his knowledge of shoe-making in the design, and was inspired by the gutta percha body designed by Adelaide Huret which he claimed was less durable than his. Value Points: an especially beautiful face with distinctive portrait like features, very fine complexion and painted features, rare and distinctive original body, and wearing fine early

63.1. French Salon Recamier and Matching Chair in Tufted Mauve Silk

8” (20 cm.) h. 15”l. The matched pair of salon furnishings include recamier with rounded back, and arm chair, each with wooden legs and lavishly upholstered in mauve silk with deep tufting having mauve silk buttons. Structurally excellent, the silk is very worn. French, circa 1880. $600/800

mauve silk ensemble with black lace and velvet trim, undergarments, leather boots. $3200/3800

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64. Rare German Porcelain Man from Bathing Series Figures

4” (10 cm.) l. seated. The pink-tinted porcelain figure depicts gentleman in seated pose, head turned to the side, right arm holding a book, left arm clasping his knee, sculpted brown hair, painted facial features, painted brown one-piece swim suit. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1920, very rare model. $400/500

65. German All-Bisque Pair of Bathing Beauties by

Galluba & Hoffman

6” (15 cm.) Posed as a single unit are two all-bisque nude figures of adult ladies, one seated on steps with extended leg, and the other standing alongside, her arm on the shoulders of the seated lady. Each has painted facial features with smiling expression, mohair wig, painted pink or blue slippers. Condition: professional restoration to right hand of standing lady and left hand of seated lady, costumes not original, otherwise excellent. Comments: Galluba & Hoffman, circa 1915. Value Points: from the rare limited series of “doubles” bathing beauties. $600/800

66. German All-Bisque Nude Lady with Mandolin

5” (13 cm.) One-piece all-bisque figure of nude lady in seated pose, her right leg bent and extended over left leg, head turned to the side, holding a mandolin which she appears to be strumming, having painted facial features, blonde mohair wig, shaded black stockings to mid-thigh, black heeled shoes, remnants of original net swim suit. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Galluba & Hoffman, circa 1915. $500/700

67. German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty by

Galluba & Hoffman

5 ½” (14 cm.) One-piece all-bisque figure of adult lady posed as though crawling, her head turned to the side and the arms folded in front, having painted facial features, side-glancing eyes, closed smiling expression, blonde mohair wig under woven hair net which matches her woven swim suit, painted white one-strap slippers. Condition: generally

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excellent. Comments: Germany, Galluba & Hoffman, circa 1915. Value Points: rare model is well-preserved with original costume. $500/700

67.1. German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty “Doubles” by Galluba & Hoffman

5” (13 cm.) Posed ensemble are two all-bisque bathing beauties, one

in seated pose and gazing up at her friend who is attached, leaning of her friend’s left shoulder, her head inclined downward and left arm extended; each with painted facial features, painted slippers with ankle ties, net swimsuit. Excellent condition, seated lady has chip on right thumb tip. Germany, Galluba & Hoffman, circa 1915, the modeledtogether bathing beauties are quite rare, with detail of sculpting that extends all around, $500/700

68. Four German All-Bisque Black Stocking Girls in Various Poses

4” (10 cm.) -5”. Each is all-bisque depicting a young girl with sculpted flowing blonde hair, painted facial features with slight smiling expression, sculpted white flowing robe, painted black stockings and orange flat shoes. Four different models are shown, including girl lying on her back with extended arms holding her black-tailed kitten; girl kneeling on right leg, holding the bodice of her chemise away from her body and she peers downward; girl lying on stomach with legs kicking in air and head held in chin; and girl kneeling on her left leg as she pulls on a stockings on her right leg. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1910. $800/1100

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69. French Presentation Domed Case with Wedding Coronet

13” (33 cm.) h. 11”w. A flat-backed wooden framed cabinet with curved glass front and glass sides, has rich gilt metal overlay and embossed ormolu crest; the interior is fitted with luxe emerald green velvet and mirrors which center an ivory velvet tufted cushion upon which rests a coronet of tiny pearl beads and silk lilies of the valley. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885, the presentation case was designed to preserve the bridal coronet. $600/800

70. Beautiful French Bisque Poupée with Gentle Expression, Rare Neck Articulation by Blampoix

15” (38 cm.) Pale bisque swivel head with flat-cut neck socket that accommodates to matching shoulderplate and allows the head to only

turn side to side in a realistic manner rather than in a 365 degree complete pivot, brilliant blue glass enamel inset eyes, pronounced dark eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth with center accent line, ash blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid poupée body with gusset-jointing at elbows, hips and knees, ivory silk gown with lace trim, undergarments, stockings, shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, attributed to Blampoix who deposed this unique neck swivel, circa 1860. Value Points: beautiful poupée whose delicatelytinted complexion contrasts her plump cheeks and chin and brilliant blue eyes, rare neck articulation. $2200/2600

71. Collection of Miniature Accessories for French Poupées

3 ½” (9 cm.) perfume bottle holder. Included is gilt ormolu holder

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for perfume bottles with fancy base and containing two glass bottles; 1” cardboard hat box with travel stickers; two 1” hair pins with fancy crowns; lorgnette with faux-tortoise hinged handle; 2” kidskin gloves with overstitching detail; 1” mother-ofpearl and brass opera glasses; and 1 ½” porcelain dresser box with brass frame and hand-painted 18th century scenes. Excellent condition. French, circa 1880. $600/800

72. Fine French Trefoil Cabinet with Gilt Bronze Mounts

6” (15 cm.) The trefoil-shaped cabinet, designed as a table with gilt-framed trefoil-shaped glass lid for viewing the treasures to be displayed in the floralpatterned silk interior, has rosewood body, and gilt bronze cabriole legs and frame with trailing vine styling. Lock and key are included and functioning. Excellent condition, outstanding cabinetry. French, circa 1875. $2200/2800

73. Endearing Petite French Bisque Bébé, 3/0, by Schmitt et Fils

11 ½” (29 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with very full lower cheeks, blue glass enamel inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue outer rims, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented pale lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over original Schmitt pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with flatcut derriere, straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Sch 3/0 (head) Sch (in shield, on derriere). Comments: Schmitt et Fils, circa 1880. Value Points: finest quality of bisque and most endearing expression enhanced by fine painting, original wig, pate, body and body finish, antique costume. $5000/7000

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74. 18th Century Lady’s Slippers and Rare Coiffe in Original Hat Box

9” (23 cm.) l. slippers. The rare 18th century costume elements includes 9” pair of heeled gold velvet slippers with very elaborate gilt metallic embroidery, 9” pair of ivory satin slippers with silk and tulle floral ornaments, and a very fine coiffe (6” inside diam.) on stiffened form, pink muslin lining, and very elaborate decorative appliques of metallic braid and sequins; the coiffe presented in original paper covered distinctively-shaped hat box. Gilt shoes and coiffe excellent, satin slippers worn. Mid-1700s. $800/1100

75. German Wooden Peddler Doll with Basket of Toys and Novelties

15” (38 cm.) All carved wooden doll depicting woman, with carved hair captured in tight bun at back of head, carved and tinted facial features, simple body with block jointing of limbs, nicely-shaped hands, well costumed including long woolen peddler’s cape. Condition: generally excellent.

Comments: Germany, mid 1800s. Value Points: with well stocked woven peddler’s basket containing sewing novelties, miniature copper ware, baskets, wooden doll, and more. $1200/1600

76. Grand German Paper Mache Lady with Rare Coiffure

30” (76 cm.) Paper mache shoulderhead with oval shaped face and elongated throat, black sculpted hair in elaborate coiffure featuring large rolled curls at sides of face and crown which are accented by shaded detail around the edge of face, painted blue eyes with shaded coloring, white eye dots, black feathered brows, closed mouth, modeled ears, muslin lady body with stitch-jointing, wooden lower arms, antique white gown and undergarments. Condition: good, crazing on shoulderplate, touch-up on hair, light rubs to facial paint. Comments: Germany, early 1800s, the doll is wearing chemise on which is pencil written “Elizabeth Tredway No 6 - Jane St. Cottage- 1833”. Value Points: grand size and rare exuberant coiffure. $1200/1500

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77. German Bisque Fashion Lady, 1469, by Simon & Halbig

14” (36 cm.) Bisque swivel head with slender heart-shaped face, nicely shaped chin and elongated throat, small blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and accented lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig in upswept fashion, composition and wooden fully-jointed body

with adult female shaping, slender limbs, feet posed for wearing high heels. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1469 Simon & Halbig 2. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1910. Value Points: rare model in perfectly preserved original condition, wearing lovely antique lace and silk dress, original shoes and wig, original body finish. $1800/2300

78. Three Victorian Era Walking Sticks for Gentlemen Dolls

12” (30 cm.) Each is wooden walking stick with silver tip and fancy hand grip, one with gold plated grip and two with various silverplate handles. Excellent condition. Late 1800s. $500/700

79. 19th Century Porcelain Miniature Mantel Clock under Dome

5” (13 cm.) One-piece porcelain figure of mantel clock with painted Roman numeral face and gilt accents mounted on porcelain base and surmounted by porcelain gilt lion is presented under blown glass dome. Figurine excellent, dome has old reinforced age crack behind the figure. Circa 1880. $300/400

80. Doll-Sized Maitrise Model of Lady’s Writing Desk with Fancy Inkwell

11” (28 cm.) h. 14” w. The honey-toned wooden desk, possibly cherry wood, has decorative veneer panels on drawer fronts separated by narrow light wood stripes, interior niches, leather writing surface, bronze hardware and cabriole-shaped legs. Arranged on the desk surface are various antique accessories including a painted metal double-inkwell with seal, bone folding fan, bonetipped pencil, picture frame and more. Excellent condition. Ex-Collection Davos Puppen and Spielzeug Museum. $1100/1500

81. Italian Terra Cotta Dog with Enamel Eyes and Sculpted Collar

5 ½” (14 cm.) Posed reclining yet alert with raised head and modeled uplifted ears, the artistically-modeled dog has textured shaded brown coat, curled tail, extended front paws, tiny inset enamel eyes and sculpted brown collar. Excellent condition. Italian, early 1800s, from Neopolitan scenes of villages and aristocratic homes. $500/700

82. French Bisque Gentleman, Model 238, by SFBJ in Evening Wear

18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass inset eyes, long painted brown curly lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, slightlyparted lips, row of porcelain teeth, brunette human hair, French

composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 238 Paris 4. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912. Value Points: the handsome gentleman is wearing antique formal evening wear and accessories. $1200/1500

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83. French Porcelain Poupée with Painted Eyes Attributed to Madame Rohmer

15” (38 cm.) Pink tinted porcelain shoulderhead with plump face, painted blue downcast eyes with thick black upper eyeliner, painted all-around delicate lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, unpierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, early French pink kid poupée body with gusset-jointing at hips, wearing antique Persian costume. Condition: generally

excellent, body very sturdy although not typical Rohmer model. Comments: French, attributed to Madame Rohmer, circa 1860. Value Points: early model with very fine quality of porcelain. $2800/3400

84. Neapolitan Lady with Sculpted Diadem

12” (30 cm.) Polychromed terra cotta head with brown sculpted hair loosely waved around her face and formed into ringlet curls onto her shoulders, with drawn-up large loop of hair at back of head and with sculpted gilt diadem with pearl accents, generously-modeled bosom, enamel eyes, closed mouth, tow-wrapped posable armature body, carved wooden lower arms and legs, expressive fingers, bare feet with wrapped sandals, wearing early silk low-bodice gown. Excellent condition, finish worn on legs, one finger tip chipped. Neapolitan, mid-1700s, rarity factors on the beautiful lady include sculpted diadem and bosom. $800/1100

85. German Porcelain Lady with Original Body and Costume

15” (38 cm.) Solid domed porcelain shoulderhead with lightlytinted complexion, small painted black pate at back crown, well-defined eye sockets with painted blue upper-glancing eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette human hair, fine muslin commercial body with stitch-jointing, original stitched-on gloves. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1865. Value Points: very distinctive modeling and demeanor, rare body, and fine original costume. $800/1100

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86. Maitrise Model of French Secretaire in the Chinoiserie Manner

21” (53 cm.) h. 8”w. The wooden secretaire with sienna painted finish and painted gilt and black decorated in the Chinoiserie manner, has unusual double gilt finials centering a gilt accented crest, with paneled double doors at top section opening to shelved interior, slant-front desk which hinges open to fitted interior, and lower chest with three wide drawers, two narrow drawers and two pencil drawers. Contemporary construction of maitrise quality in perfect preserved condition. $300/400

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87. Neapolitan Lady with Rare Modeled Snood and Gentle Expression

14” (36 cm.) Polychromed terra cotta shoulderhead with modeled bosom, her head slightly tinted to the side, sculpted brown hair drawn away behind her well-modeled ears and captured by a green snood with red banding, enamel inset and outlined eyes, single stroke brows, closed mouth, tow-wrapped posable armature body, carved wooden lower arms and legs, painted red stockings and blue heeled clogs, fine silk and velvet costume and original wooden stand. Condition: generally

excellent. Comments:

Neapolitan, mid1700s. Value Points: rarity factors on the superbly-featured woman include snood, well-modeled ears, modeled bosom, unusual painting of shoes. $700/900

88. 18th Century Neapolitan Woman with Infant

9” (23 cm.) seated. 4” baby. The woman with polychromed terra cotta head modeled turned to the side, sculpted brown hair casually waved from her face, held by a sculpted red hair band and formed into a loose chignon at the back of head, enamel eyes, heavily-modeled eyelids, closed mouth with gentle smile, tow-wrapped posable armature body, carved wooden lower arms and legs, expressive fingers, painted blue stockings and brown shoes, wearing original silk costume with embroidered apron. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Neapolitan, mid1700s. Value Points: posed seated, the woman is holding infant baby in swaddling clothes, with wonderfully detailed face. $1100/1300

89. Neapolitan Girl with Wooden Chest and Assortment of Foodstuffs

9” (23 cm.) Polychromed terra cotta shoulderhead with brown sculpted hair drawn into coiled loop with cascading curls, head turned to the side, enamel eyes, closed mouth, tow-wrapped body, carved wooden lower arms and legs, painted blue stockings and brown clogs,

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original costume. Condition: professional restoration to finish. Comments: Neapolitan, mid-1700s, Included is a wooden chest with hinged lid and carvings including prancing deer, along with five baskets of various food stuffs and vegetables, wire basket of onions, wooden tub of meats, metal bowl of nuts and wooden cutting board with ham. $1100/1500

90. Neapolitan Lady with Bowl of Garden Fruit Along with Farmyard Poultry Accessories

9 ½” (24 cm.) woman seated. Polychromed terra cotta shoulderhead of woman with brown sculpted hair captured in chignon, enamel eyes, sidegazing expression, tow-wrapped posable body, wooden lower arms and legs, painted red stockings and black heeled clogs, original costume, and holding a bowl filled bountifully with various fruits. Comments: posed seated upon tree stump on original wooden base alongside a basket of vegetables, and with further accessory objects from the artistic works of Neapolitan artisans aiming to create a complete scene of village and farm life, including terra cotta bird with colorful features, beak and enamel eyes; wooden cage with hinged opening containing a small goose; and woven basket with terra cotta goose and plate of goose eggs. Excellent condition. Neapolitan, mid-1700s. $900/1100

91. Neapolitan Man along with Wooden Fireplace Mantel

11” (28 cm.) man. 10”h, fireplace. Polychromed terra cotta shoulderhead of man with brown sculpted windblown hair, impressed facial wrinkles, enamel eyes, closed mouth with two teeth, tow-wrapped armature body, carved wooden lower arms and legs, painted green stockings and brown shoes with black buckles, original costume. Condition: generally excellent, some darkening of costume.

Comments: Neapolitan, mid1700s. Included is carved wooden fireplace mantel. $700/900

92. Early Cast Iron and Bronze Fireplace Utensils

7” (18 cm.) Including bronze holder for fireplace utensils with four arms holding four different fireplace tools, along with pair of early cast iron andirons. Excellent condition. Mid-1800s. $400/500

93. Early Cast Iron Fireplace with Rampant Lion Crest

12” (30 cm.) h. 13”l. Of heavy cast iron, the fireplace features

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elaborate designs including a pair of scrolled leaf plants flanking each side and a pair of rampant lions centering a crest. The rampant lion was a symbol of the ancient royal house of Scotland as early as 1222. Excellent condition. Rare fireplace with very fine detail of designs. Mid1800s. $400/500

94. Neapolitan Terra Cotta Shepherd Attributed to Francesco Celebrano

22” (56 cm.) Polychromed terra cotta shoulderhead with darkened complexion depicting rugged shepherd gazing upward, well-detailed musculature of throat and shoulders, sculpted tousled black curled hair, enamel eyes, mouth modeled open with teeth and tongue, tow-wrapped posable armature body, carved wooden arms and legs, with leather vest and one leather sandal. Excellent condition with fine original finish, costume missing. Neapolitan, mid-1700s, attributed to Francesco Celebrano, the celebrated sculptor of the era, exceptional detail of sculpting and artistic painting of facial features. $1100/1300

lower arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent, left thumb tip chipped. Comments: English, circa 1880. Value Points: rare size and gentleman model with moustache and goatee, wearing fine antique costume in the Renaissance manner. $700/900

96. Early All-Bisque Mignonette for the French Market

7 ½” (19 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head on kidedged torso, bright blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, lightlyfeathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig with original blue ribbons, pegjointed bisque arms and legs, painted knee-high stockings and blue two-strap heeled boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: for the French market, circa 1882, the all-bisque dolls were marketed in Parisian Etrennes catalogs as mignonettes. Value Points: especially beautiful example, the doll has original wig, body and beautiful antique costume. $1100/1300

97. Outstanding Early Model French Bisque Bébé A.T. by Andre Thuillier

18” (46 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, large blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading and darker outer iris rims, dark eyeliner, mauveblushed eye shadow, painted lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the shaded and outlined lips, impressed philtrum, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid gusset-jointed bébé body, bisque forearms and hands, fine aqua silk costume with elaborate detailing, undergarment, bonnet, antique leather shoes with silk rosettes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A 7 T. (head and shoulderplate).

Comments: Andre Thuillier, circa 1882, earliest period bébé from the illustrious boutique firm. Value Points: outstanding bébé with finest complexion and painting, original very sturdy body, perfect bisque hands. $18,000/22,000

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French Faience Doll-Size Cabinet in Sevres Blue with 18th Century Style Scenes

13” (33 cm.) h. x 9” w. The elaborately-shaped faience cabinet features a bottom cabinet with single pull-out drawer and strongly-shaped cabriole legs below an upper cabinet with bombe-shaped double doors which open to shelved interior. The cabinet has Sevres blue background with rich gilt accents and features panels with scenic paintings in the 18th century Watteau manner. Excellent condition. French, late 1800s. $900/1100

99. French Bisque Bébé by Leon Casimir Bru with Signed Bru Shoes

17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with modeled bosom and shoulderblades,

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blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, closed mouth with outlined lips, dimpled chin, pierced ears, brunette human hair over cork pate, kid bébé body with gussetjointing at hips, jointed lower wooden legs, kid-over-metal upper arms, bisque forearms, lovely vintage silk costume. Condition: generally excellent, gentle nose tip rub. Comments: Bru Jne 7 (head) Bru Jne N5 (shoulders). Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1884. Value Points: lovely expression, the bébé wears antique teal blue silk dress with matching bonnet, undergarments, brown leather purse, and leather shoes signed “Bru Jne Paris”. $11,000/15,000

100. Pair, French Blue Silk Tufted Salon Chairs

9” (23 cm.) Having ebony bentwood frames with rounded backs and spindled legs, the chairs include one arm chair and one side chair, each with blue silk upholstery that is deeply tufted with matching blue silk buttons. Excellent condition. French, circa 1880. $400/500

101. French Chest of Drawers in the Chinoiserie Manner

10” (25 cm.) w. 8”h. The wooden two drawer chest has bombe shaped front and sides, arched apron, and curved top, with original sienna painted finish having fauxmarble top with blue banding, painted cream panels with indigo blue drawings in the Chinoiserie manner, and hand-painted mounts on sides columns, with bronze pulls and key holes. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885. $600/800

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102. French Wooden Church Altar with Liturgical Artifacts

26” (66 cm.) h. x 12”w. The wooden altar with tiered shelving and fitted niches has three lithographed scenes at the back walls, elaborate carving and is laid with various liturgical vessels used in the celebration of mass. Excellent condition. French, circa 1900. $800/1100

103. Continental Wooden Santos

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with Gold Halo and Orb

21” (53 cm.) Standing upon a wooden base with marbleized and gilt painted finish is a wooden figure with one-piece head and torso, attached lower legs and arms, having brown enamel downcast eyes, brown sculpted short curly tousled hair with attached gilt metal halo, right arm posed with pointing fingers, and left arm extended, holding a gold wooden orb. Condition: structurally excellent, possible early retouch to figure. Comments:

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$700/900

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Boxes and Books

2 ½” (6 cm.) diam. of round boxes. Comprising three round cardboard boxes (two with hand-painted scenes under glass forming the lids), two gilt metal dresser boxes with scenic lids and silk fitted interiors; and three leather bound books including Historiettes pour Les Enfans (1830), Histoire Poetique de Jouvency (1809), and Les Oeufs de Paques, Conte Pour Les Enfans (1820). Fair/good condition. Early/mid 1800s. $200/300

105. Cast Bronze Miniature Chair Celebrating Coronation Year

8” (20 cm.) h. The steeple-shaped cast bronze chair with surmounting crown, claw feet, and arms, has unusual back rest which appears at first as carving, and then becomes evident as this message “Coronation Year 1911 George V”. Excellent condition. English, 1911. $300/400

106. Beautiful English Poured Wax Portrait Lady 22” (56 cm.) Poured wax shoulderhead of lady with elegantly upheld face and modeled bosom, oval-shaped face and elongated throat, small

blue enamel inset eyes, deeply-defined eye sockets, accented nostrils, closed mouth, light brown mohair tendrils inserted into scalp and forming elegant upsweep coiffure, muslin stitch-jointed body, poured wax lower limbs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent except wax loss at left shoulderplate (under costume). Comments: English, circa 1875. Value Points: the regal pose and superb painting and coiffure of the doll indicate its probable creation as portrait of unknown lady; the doll is wearing original lingerie including boned corset. $800/1000

107. Fine French Maitrise Mahogany Tall Case Clock with Bronze Mounts

19” (48 cm.) Of fine mahogany tall case with elaborate gilt bronze claw feet, gargoyle mounts and wreath encircling the porcelain face with Roman numerals and hinged face door for winding, brass pendulum, with winding keys included. Excellent condition. French, late 1800s, of fine maitrise quality and with superb decorations. $1200/1500

108. German Porcelain Shoulderhead Lady on Candy Box by Kister

13” (33 cm.) Porcelain shoulderhead of lady with defined bosom, oval elongated head and throat with defined throat hollow, light brown sculpted hair with striated painting detail arranged in a variation of Grecian style, waved softly away from the face with additional horizontal arranged curl above the sculpted ears, forming into long narrow braids that are pinned up at the back, forming into a coiled chignon at the crown, but terminating in three long ringlet curls that fall forward from the crown, ornamented by a painted blue hair ribbon with gold edging, painted dark blue eyes, red and black eyeliner and brown brows, aquiline elongated nose with accented nostrils, and closed mouth with welldefined lips, firm armature body with porcelain lower arms and hands, wearing bronze-green velvet gown, posed on velvet covered candy box. Condition: generally excellent, 3 finger tips chipped. Marks: (Kister blue symbol inside shoulderplate). Comments: A W. Fr. Kister, successor to Dressel and Kister, circa 1890, the candy box arrangement suggests the model was created for the French market. Value Points: outstanding patrician sculpture, rare coiffure, rare candy box attachment. $1100/1300

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109. Early Gilt Bronze Lamp with Etched Crystal Glass

9” (23 cm.) Of cast bronze with rich gilt finish, the foursided lamp has elaborately shaped sides and hanging post, and with etched crystal designs in each lamp. Excellent condition. Mid1800s. $600/800

110. French Rosewood Vitrine in the Louis XVI Manner

12” (30 cm.) l. 7”h. Of fine rosewood with beautiful burled finish, the bombe-shaped cabinet has gilt bronze edging, mounts, and escutcheon, along with edging around the beveled glass top surface allowing viewing of the interior treasures. The interior is lined with silk and velvet, and a key is included. A brass plaque attached to underside reads “10 juin 1906” with scrolled initials of maitrise maker. Excellent condition. French, early 1900s, outstanding maitrise workmanship. $1400/1700

111. French Bisque Poupée with Cobalt Blue Eyes

19” (48 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with plump rounded face, almondshaped cobalt blue enamel eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupée body with gussetjointing at hips and knees, porcelain arms to above the elbows, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Paris, Blampoix, circa 1860. Value Points: the brilliant eyes beautifully contrast the delicate complexion. $1800/2300

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Including pair of 4 ½” red kidskin elbow-length gloves with over-stitched detail; paisley wrap with leather straps; and two white pique bonnets with bavolet pleats at the back nape, each decorated in a variation of red soutache embroidery. Very good condition, bonnets a bit darkened and with some minor wear to embroidery. French, circa 1870. $500/700

113. French Papeterie for Poupée or Small Bébé

A firm-sided box with slant front has deeply-embossed tooling and design, hinging open to reveal a well-fitted interior containing various stationary tools including bone-handled pen, seals, scissors, glass inkwell, ink blotter, and various stationary and envelopes. Very good original condition. French, circa 1865. $400/500

114. Lot of Miniature French Accessories for Poupées

Including gilt metal handled basket with red velvet insert fitted with tiny miniature sewing tools; oval metal basket with embossed gilt metal handle filled with tiny silk flowers; 2” diam. porcelain bowl with floral decorations resting in fitted basket-weave gold frame with fancy gilt metal handle; mother-of-pearl gilt framed hanging perfume bottle (missing stopper); tiny purse with embroidered kidskin frame, silk sides, and drawstrings; and unusual 1 ½” gold-framed pincenez, with one spectacle blue and the other green. French, circa 1865. Excellent condition. $400/500

115. Petite French Bisque Bébé Steiner, Series C, 2/0 with Signed Body

12” (30 cm.) Bisque socket head with rounded facial shape, blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading, painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented eye corners and nostrils of rounded nose, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate, Steiner composition fully-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Sie C 2/0 (head) (caduceus stamp on body). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1885. Value Points: rare model with beautiful complexion and painting, desirable petite size. $3200/3800

116. Rosewood Bookcase with Ormulu Figural Mounts

14” (36 cm.) h. x 10”w. The rosewood cabinet with hinged

glass front door is richly ornamented with wood carvings and applique ormolu mounts including cherubic figures, and contains a large assortment of small and miniature books including a 24 volume set of the Miniature Classic Library (issued in 1884) as well as earlier 19th century works. Excellent condition. Circa 1900. $500/700

117. Miniature Dog For Display Vignettes with Brown Enamel Eyes

4” (10 cm.) h. The firmly-stuffed dog is posed seated on back haunches, his tail extended, having shaded brown and cream fur coat, brown enamel eyes, and black nose tip. Excellent condition. $200/300

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118. Neapolitan Angel with Deeply Carved Wooden Wings

17” (43 cm.) Polychromed terra cotta head turned to the side, sculpted brown flowing hair, enamel eyes, towwrapped armature body, carved wooden lower arms and legs to above the knees, bare feet, original wire-framed silk costume, attached wooden wings having very deep carving of feathers, original cream/brown/blue finish. Excellent condition, costume darkened, two fingers reglued. Neapolitan, late 1700s. $1100/1300

119. Neapolitan Mother Holding Baby

10” (25 cm.) Polychromed terra cotta shoulderhead of woman with gentle expression on her tilted face, brown sculpted flowing hair, enamel eyes, closed mouth, towwrapped body, carved wooden hands and feet, wearing original costume. Condition: generally excellent, few fingers chipped, costume spotted. Comments: Neapolitan, mid-1700s. Value Points: she is holding terra cotta baby with sculpted brown hair with well-defined facial and body features. $500/700

120. Early 1800s Candy Box with Hand-Tinted Engraving

7” (18 cm.) x 5”. The firm-sided candy box with applied mauve and embossed gilt paper edging features a glass-topped lid with hand-tinted engraving of Cupid delivering a bouquet of flowers to an elegant lady, while the courting gentleman hides behind a nearby shrub. Contained inside are various other note cards and tokens from the early 1800s. Excellent condition. $300/400

121. English Wax Child Doll with Blue Glass Eyes and Original Body

23” (58 cm.) Poured wax shoulderhead with plump facial modeling, blue glass inset eyes, deeply-modeled features, closed mouth, light brown hair inserted into scalp and forming brows, softly-stuffed muslin body, poured wax lower limbs. Condition: very good, some fading of facial features, repair to right wrist and left foot. Comments: English, circa 1880, faint illegible oval stamp on torso. Value Points: very expressive wistful features, the doll is wearing her original costume and shoes. $500/700

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4 ½” (11 cm.) l. baby in bunting. Eight porcelain white ware figures including two lady heads with fancy bonnets designed for attachment to candy box or tea cozy; girl on bench seat designed for display in swinging arrangement; boy with straw hat, hen with baby chicks; rooster; boy riding a rooster, and baby as trinket box lid with elaborate blankets and incised word “Baby”. Excellent condition. Germany, late 1880s, from a series of bazaar items created by Thuringian porcelain factories designed to be sold without decoration at budget prices at fairgrounds or markets. $300/400

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123. German AllBisque “Girl on Crescent Moon”

4” (10 cm.) One-piece all-bisque figure depicts a young girl seated on the curve of a crescent moon, her arm extended as she teases the sculpted moon face with a little flower, she with flowing blonde hair and painted facial features, sculpted robe and black painted thigh-high stockings and orange shoes. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. $400/500

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5” (13 cm.) Each is a one-piece all-bisque figure of woman with sculpted blonde hair and painted facial features, having thigh-high painted black stockings and orange slippers; one has sculpted chemise and ruffled bonnet and is seated with a rooster posed between her outstretched legs; the second is posed lying on her side, wearing a loosely draped chemise, arms held coquettishly to head; and the third posed standing as though about to pull on her drawers. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1920. $700/900

125. German All-Bisque Black Stocking Girl with Candleholder

5” (13 cm.) One-piece all-bisque figure of young lady with sculpted flowing blonde hair and topknot, painted facial features, sculpted white chemise and thigh-high black stockings, orange slippers, posed seated on over-sized chamber pot which is resting upon a bisque bear rug, holding a candlestick in her outstretched hands. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. $400/500

126. Four German All-Bisque Bathing Beauties with Original Net Swimsuit

4 ½” (11 cm.) Each is one-piece all-bisque adult lady with painted facial features and original mohair wig, painted slippers with ankle straps. The ladies are posed in four different styles, one as though looking out to sea, one guarding her eyes from the sun, one seated with crossed left leg, and the fourth reclining flirtatiously on her side, her head held up on left arm, and each is wearing its factory original net swimsuit, three with caps. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1920. $600/900

127. German All-Bisque Lady Holding a Letter by Galluba & Hoffman

7” (18 cm.) One-piece all-bisque figure of elegantly posed standing woman, her head slightly tilted, her arms extended as she holds a letter in her hands which she appears to be reading, painted facial features, brown mohair wig, wearing (likely original) gold embroidered dress, painted white gloves and white heeled shoes, and posed on original grey bisque base. Excellent condition. Germany, Galluba & Hoffman, circa 1915. $400/500

128. A Trio of Gilt Metallic Coronets with Faux-Jewels

3” (8 cm.) -4” diam. Each is of metal with elaborate filigree cutwork

forming into an adjustable size coronet and each is enhanced with faux-jewel stones including diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphire. Excellent condition. $400/500

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129. French Rosewood Vitrine in the Louis XVI Manner with Bronze Mounts

14” (36 cm.) l. 10”h. Of maitrise quality, the Louis XVI style cabinet has burled rosewood veneers on curved front and side aprons, with cabriole bronze legs, beveled glass display table top which opens to velvet-lined display shelf, gold leaf painted table edges with ogee shape, and superb applied gilt bronze mounts on the table aprons and legs. French, mid-19th century, the luxury quality indicates its original presentation by prestige store such as Maison Giroux. $1200/1800

130. French Bisque Bébé E.J. by Emile Jumeau with Original Chemise and Signed Jumeau Shoes

22” (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows with feathered highlights, accented nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the accented lips, separately modeled pierced ears, brunette ringlet curled human hair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks:

Depose E 10 J (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: beautiful complexion and clarity of artistically painted features, original body and body finish, wearing original Jumeau chemise and leather shoes signed “E. Jumeau Med d’Or Paris”. $3500/3800

131. French Bisque Blue-Eyed Bébé Triste by Emile Jumeau, Size 14

30” (76 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with very full lower cheeks, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick black eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented eye corners

and nostrils, closed mouth with slightly wistful expression, defined space between the pale accented lips, separately applied pierced ears, delicate blushing on ears, chin and cheeks, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with plump limbs and straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, original body and body finish. Marks: 14 (head) Jumeau Medaille d Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, his signature model known as Triste in reference to wistful expression, sculpted for Jumeau by illustrious French artist Carrier-Belleuse. Value Points: superb large model of the rare doll has exemplary bisque, complexion, sculpting and painting. $11,000/13,000

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132. French Brown Silk Ensemble for Poupée

The two-piece ensemble of ribbed brown silk features jacket with long flared hip-length sides and button fitted bodice, pagoda shaped sleeves, matching skirt with inverted box pleats;

the buttons are self-covered silk. Excellent condition. 3 ½” shoulders. For 16”-17” lady doll. French, circa 1965. $400/500

133. French Chapeau in Original Wooden Hat Box and Kidskin Gloves in Case

1 ¾” (4 cm.) inside head width. Firm-sided black velvet hat with upturned brim is lavishly covered with ivory silk draped ribbons and leaves, with silk lining, and presented in original bentwood hat box with green paper lining. Along with elbow-length cream kidskin gloves with overstitch detail, presented in original leather bound wooden case. Excellent condition. French, circa 1870. $400/500

134. French Brown Silk Dress with Matching Jacket for Petite Lady Doll

The fully-lined light brown silk dress with dart shaped bodice, fitted waist, short cap sleeves has flared full-length skirt with flat front panel and box-pleat at sides and back, along with matching jacket with elbow-length sleeves. The dress and jacket are trimmed with white cording and the jacket is edged with fine tatted lace. 3” shoulders. For about 16” lady doll. Circa 1870. $400/500

135. French Carton Boite de Bon-Bons as Boulle Chest and Accessories

9” (23 cm.) l. 6”h. The two-drawer carton chest with bombe shaped front and sides has lithographed paper finish to simulate Boulle inlay, ormolu feet, and gold edging. Arranged on the chest is a brass bird cage with hinged door and bird on a perch, elaborate double frame with easel back, and gilt ormolu

candlestick by Erhard & Sohne. Chest has some wear at the sides, ornaments are excellent. Circa 1890. $500/700

136. French Bisque Smiling Poupée by Leon Casimir Bru with Wooden Articulated Body

13” (33 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass inset eyes with darker blue outer rims, arched feathered brows, painted lashes, closed mouth with smiling expression, slightly upturned

lip corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, all-wooden poupée body with swivel waist, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 0 (or C).

Comments: Leon Casimir Bru, circa 1872 when the facial model was deposed; his wooden body had been deposed earlier in 1867. Value Points: beautiful face enhanced by lovely bisque and painting, wooden articulated body. $2800/3400

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137. French Beveled Glass Vitrine with Orange Blossom Wedding Accessories

10” (25 cm.) h. 7”w. The metal-framed vitrine with bead edging has unusual beveled glass all-around sides, fleur-de-lis edging, and contains a burgundy velvet tufted cushion upon which is resting a wax orange blossom coronet and other bridal wedding wax ornaments. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885. $500/700

138. French Bisque Bébé, Figure A, by Jules Steiner in Superb Couturier Costume

16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate, Steiner composition fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Steiner paris Fre A 9 (head) Le Petit Parisien Bébé Steiner (body). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1888. Value Points: superb original condition of the beautiful shy-faced bébé, wearing original aqua silk dress with embroidered lace overlay, matching silk lined woven bonnet, undergarments, socks, leather shoes. $3800/4200

139. Collection of Miniature 19th Century Decorative Accessories

The fine group comprises a 3” cast metal gilt mantel clock with porcelain insets and clock face, and with winding key (uncertain if internal works are intact); 3 ½” figure in glass dome; 3” gilded pressed tinplate mantel figurine on base; 3 ½” gilded pressed tin easel-back cabinet with hinged front doors which open to worship scene; 4”h. tilt-

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top table of cast brass. Generally excellent. Mid/late 1800s, wonderful group for vignette of poupées or small bébés. $600/800

140. French Burled Walnut Chest of Drawers with Marble Top

11” (28 cm.) w. 9”h. The wooden chest of drawers with burled veneers on the three drawer curved fronts features elegantly shaped apron and side columns, accented with gilt bronze pulls and mounts, and with ogee-edged marble top. Excellent condition. French, 1800s, in the Louis XVI manner. $600/800

141. French Spindled Wooden Chair with Silk Tufted Seat

10” (25 cm.) Wooden arm chair with very delicate spindled back and has

green silk tufted seat. Structurally excellent, silk very worn. French, circa 1875, unusually fine craftsmanship of the spindled detail. $400/500

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Poupée

18” (46 cm.) x 16”. The large wrap or carriage blanket features cream cashmere center panel framed by woven paisley borders and fringe. With embroidered symbol and signature of original weaver in one corner. There is some spotting on cream and few tiny moth holes, otherwise excellent. For the French poupée market, circa 1860, the Kashmir paisley shawl was an important symbol of luxury for French royal courts beginning with Napoleon’s gift of a paisley shawl to his wife Empress Josephine, and later one of the French fashion industry’s pillars during the reign of Empress Eugenie. $300/400

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8” (20 cm.) h. 9”w. The unusual square-shaped vitrine has bronze gilded feet in the Art Nouveau manner, upon which rests the glasssided cabinet with all-around beveled glass, hinged lid, and urn-shaped ormolu mounts at the sides. Inside is a tufted burgundy velvet cushion upon which are preserved a wax orange blossom wedding accessories. Excellent condition. French, circa 1880, an unusual vitrine with luxury details. $400/500

143. French Musical Automaton “The Russian Tea Server” by Leopold Lambert

21” (53 cm.) Standing upon a velvet-covered base is a bisque-head doll with large amber-brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lush lashes, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair wig over cork pate, French carton torso and legs, wire upper arms, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent, music strong, movements functioning albeit a bit slow. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 4 (head) (remnants of original paper tune label on under-base). Comments: Leopold Lambert, circa 1892, with commissioned head from Jumeau; when wound the doll turns her head from side to side, nods, and alternately moves the tray and tea pot as though pouring tea; the model was marketed as the “Russian Tea Server.” Value Points: the doll wears her factory-original silk costume with silk and metallic fringe trim, pearl ornaments, elaborate headdress, and carries wooden tea tray and tea pot. $3800/4500

144. French Bisque Bébé by Emile Jumeau with Signed Milliner Hat by Alexandre Krohn

22” (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, lushly-painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 10 (head) Bébé Jumeau Diplome d’honneur (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: lovely bisque and brown eyes, wearing antique burgundy silk dress, undergarments, leather ankle boots, and burgundy bonnet with original milliner label of Parisian doll shop of Alexandre Krohn. $3200/3800

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18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head with very pale bisque, elongated throat, expressive features, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette human hair, wooden body with articulation at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, swivel waist, metal hands with jointed wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Huret (head) Huret 10 rue de la Boetie (body). Comments: Maison Huret, Prevost epoch, circa 1910, the dolls were presented with a new “art” face, and having a slender body designed to accommodate to the new fashion era. Value Points: intriguing face whose decorative glaze on lower eyelids lends a tearful look, with rare original body, and with antique costume of the late 19th century. $6000/8000

146. German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty with Extended Right Leg

6” (15 cm.) The nude bathing beauty is posed seated, inclined backward with head tilted to the side, her right leg extended and left knee bent which she is clasping with both hands, brunette mohair wig, painted facial features with smiling expression, painted blue ballet slippers with ankle straps. Excellent condition except professional restoration to inner right leg. Germany, circa 1920. $300/400

147. German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty Double by Galluba & Hoffman

4 ½” (11 cm.) One-piece all-bisque pair of bathing beauties are posed with standing girl alongside a seated lady on black bisque steps with her right leg extended, each with

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brunette mohair wig, painted facial features, (frail) original net swimming suit, painted white or blue ballet slippers. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. Galluba & Hoffman, rare models known as “doubles”. $700/900

148. German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty with Outstretched Legs

5” (13 cm.) l. seated. One-piece all-bisque nude adult lady posed seated with torso inclined forward and head turned to the side, arms clasped together at her outstretched legs, blonde mohair wig with metallic coronet, painted facial features, blue ballet slippers with ankle straps. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1920. $500/600

149. German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty Pair by Galluba & Hoffman

4” (10 cm.) l. One-piece all-bisque pair depicting playful ladies, one having fallen on her back and the other pulling her along by her legs, each with mohair wig and painted facial features, painted blue or pink ballet slippers. There is professional restoration on left arm and left

leg, otherwise excellent. Germany, Galluba & Hoffman, circa 1915. $400/500

150. German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty

Putting on Slipper

3” (8 cm.) One-piece all-bisque bathing beauty in seated pose, with extended legs, her right leg bent over to the side as she appears to be putting on a white slipper, head inclined, brunette mohair wig, painted features, (frail) original net swimsuit and hair netting, white ballet slippers. Condition: generally excellent. Germany, Galluba & Hoffman, circa 1915. $300/400

151. German All-Bisque Seated Bathing Beauty in Unusual Seated Pose

4 ½” (11 cm.) seated. One-piece all-bisque figure of nude bathing beauty, posed seated with bent knees to the side, her body leaning forward and arms held cautiously in front of her, brunette turban wig, painted facial features, painted blue ballet slippers. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1920. $500/600

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5 ½” (14 cm.) One-piece all-bisque figure of bathing beauty in seated pose, leaning backward and resting on right elbow, her right leg crossed over her extended left leg, her left hand resting on right knee, brunette mohair wig, painted features, blue ballet slippers, (frail) original costume. Excellent condition. Germany, Galluba & Hoffman, circa 1915.

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153. German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty with Tabourine

5” (13 cm.) One-piece all-bisque figure of nude lady reclining on her side, her body outstretched and leaning on her right elbow, holding a tambourine in her arms, white mohair wig, painted facial features, painted magenta slippers. There is professional restoration on her right arm, otherwise excellent. Germany, circa 1915, Galluba & Hoffman.

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154. German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty with Book

6 ½” (17 cm.) One-piece all-bisque figure of nude woman, posed reclining on her side, her head resting on the hand of her bent right elbow, her legs outstretched and gracefully bent, her left hand holding a book, brunette mohair wig, painted facial features, with painted white ballet slippers. Excellent condition. Germany, Galluba & Hoffman, circa 1915. $500/700

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All-Bisque Naughty Nudie with Sea Shell Disguise

6” (15 cm.) All-bisque figure of lady with sculpted hair and topknot, posed with folded elbows, painted black stockings, her torso enclosed within a shell which opens at the top to reveal this. Excellent condition, except tiny flake. Germany, circa 1920. $300/400

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Seated Bathing Beauty with Unusual Bobbed Hair-Do

4” (10 cm.) One-piece all-bisque figure of nude adult lady, posed seated with bent elbows and gracefully bent knees and ankles, sculpted short brown bobbed hair, painted facial features. bare feet. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1925. $400/500

157. German Bisque Flapper Era Doll, Model 1469, by Cuno and Otto Dressel

14” (36 cm.) Bisque socket head with slender heart-shaped face and elongated throat, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden slender body with elongated limbs, nicely costumed. Condition: bisque excellent, body original, fingers restored on left hand, tiniest eye flake on left eye. Marks: 1469 C&O Dressel Germany 2. Comments: Dressel, circa 1915. Value Points: sought-after model with beautifully-shaped face, gentle expression, original body. $1100/1400

158. Early French Bisque Poupée with Unique Facial Modeling and Bisque Arms Attributed to Rohmer

17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate with neck mechanism allowing the head to tilt side to side and forward and back (as well as swivel), plump face, small blue glass enamel eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes and feathered brows, accented nostrils, mauve

159. French Faience Slant-Front Desk in the 18th Century Manner

10” (25 cm.) w. 9” h. Of fine faience with creamy background, the elegant desk features a slant front which hinges open to reveal porcelain lined interior, five lower wooden drawers and curved cabriole legs. There are figural women’s head at each side and centering the slant front, well-detailed scenes in the Watteau romantic style decorate each side, of which Grecian style god and goddess adorn the desk lid and garlands and scrolls are painted along the sides. Excellent condition. French, late 1800s. $800/1200

blushed eye shadow, closed mouth, accent line between the lips, ears pierced into face, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, softly-stuffed kid body with gusset jointing at hips and knees, bisque arms to above the elbows, lovely costume. Condition: generally excellent, hairline at back side of right arm. Comments: French, circa 1865, attributed to Leontine Rohmer. Value Points: beautiful unique facial model, rare neck jointing, original body, lovely bisque. $2800/3200

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160. Collection of Accessories for French Poupées

4 ½” (11 cm.) l. leather case. For poupées of the 1860/1875 era, the collection includes brown leather valise as sewing necessaire with purple silk lining and various miniature sewing tools; purple and black feathered padded muff with black cord ties; unusual lavender and white glass beading forming a basket, purple silk lined miniature note book “Menagerie” (in which a child years ago lettered the words “pour ma poupée Eloise”); and cream cashmere collared cape with lavender embroidery. Excellent condition. French, circa 1865. $700/900

161. French Silk Taffeta Checkered Gown with Beaded Wrap and Bonnet

The silk gown of black and white shaded checkerboard fabric features fitted bodice and waist, cartridge pleated skirt, pagoda sleeves and black beaded accents. Included is black flannel cape with lappets, collar, black lace edging, and beaded accents. Also included is wireframed bonnet with black lace bavolet and rose silk streamers. 4” shoulders. For 17” lady doll. French, circa 1865. $400/500

163. French Silk Bonnet and Black Lace Shawl in Labeled Huret Box

Comprising black wire-framed bonnet whose net form is lavishly covered with pleated black silk and velvet, is trimmed with black lace and dainty flowers. And very fine tulle shawl with embroidered edging and black velvet decorative bow. The hat and shawl are presented in oval green box which is labeled “Medaille d’Argent Huret 20 Boulevard Montmartre Paris Expo Universe 1867”. Excellent condition. For 17” poupée. French, attributed to Huret, circa 1867. $500/700

162. French Black Silk Taffeta Gown with Embroidered Buttons

Of crisp black silk taffeta, the one-piece gown features fitted bodice with slightly dropped waist, rounded neckline, pagoda shaped sleeves achieved by flared pleating, boxpleated skirt and embroidered black thread buttons that form two borders down the dress front and around the sleeves. Excellent condition. French, circa 1860. 4” shoulders. For 17” lady doll. $500/600

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164. French Black Silk Fichu in Original Labeled Maison Huret Box

For 17” poupée. The black silk fichu or shawl has extended decorative lappets allowing the garment to be worn as neck shawl or head coiffe, with constructed scalloped edging. The fichu is presented in original green paper box with green edging which is labeled “Maison Huret No 22 Boulevard Montmartre Paris”. Excellent condition. French, circa 1860. $400/600

165. French Woven Bonnet with Ivory Silk Streamers in Labeled Huret Hat Box

2” (5 cm.) The woven hat with draped ivory silk bow and draped streamers, and with matching stitched-down lining. 2” inside diam. The hat is preserved in early green bound box stamped “Huret a Paris”. Excellent condition. French, attributed to Adelaide Huret, circa 1860. $400/500

166. French Black Silk Taffeta Mourning Dress and Matching Hooded Cape

The black silk dress with flared sides has front closure and is trimmed with constructed pleats around the hem and three black bows at the front, and with wide flared sleeves with red silk lining and pleated edging at the cuffs. Along with matching hooded cape with red silk lining, pleated edging all around, black ties and a black bow at the back. For lady doll about 17”-18”. Excellent condition. French, circa 1860. $600/800

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167. Petite French 19th Century Opera with Rare Theatre Dolls

17” (43 cm.) x 13”. The wooden theatre with original cream and gold paint and red banner with gold “Opera” lettering, has marblepaper covered base and set-back stage, with candelabra and four bisque theatre dolls, each with bisque shoulderhead, glass inset eyes, painted features, closed mouth, mohair wig, bisque lower limbs, original silk costumes of Louis XVI era, and details of accessories including the lady’s wig in the style of Marie Antoinette. Very good

condition, theatre original, bisque excellent, costumes and wigs are original albeit quite frail. French, circa 1890, the German-made dolls costumed for the theatre are rare to find with these costumes. $1200/1500

168. German Bisque Doll in Jester Costume, Model 1160, by Simon and Halbig

13” (33 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, blonde human hair, muslin stitch-jointed body with elongated slender limbs, bisque forearms. Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: S&H 1160-

1. Comments: Simon & Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: charming presentation as jester in red silk costume with metallic edging, red leather shoes, bi-corn hat. $700/900

169. Rare Accessories for French Gentleman Dolls

12” (30 cm.) l. umbrella. Included is wooden-handled umbrella with black silk cover and silver tips; pair of knee-high black leather riding boots with cobbled soles and heels; pair of leather boots with cord lacing and leather and wooden soles; and splendid black beaver top hat with black silk binding, labeled CM in gilt letters inside the hat, and presented in original black cardboard hat box. Excellent condition, the hat is in especially pristine condition. Mid-1800s. $600/800

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170. French Bisque Poupée as Persian Lady with Beauty Marks

13” (33 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead, brown glass inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, black angled brows, closed mouth, two black beauty marks, unpierced ears, brunette mohair wig under wrapped turban, kid body with gusset jointing at hips and knees, bisque arms from above the elbows. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1870. Value Points: wearing original Persian silk costume including embroidered silk slippers. $1200/1500

171. French Bisque Bébé “Bleuette”, Premiere Model of 1905

11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, tiny porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette human hair over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2 (head) 2 (torso) 1 (feet). Comments: the first model of Bleuette, the premium doll offered

by Gautier-Languereau, publishers of La Semaine de Suzette, appearing for one year only, advertised in that magazine as “a beautiful little Jumeau doll of 27 cm”. Value Points: the desirable first model of the French doll arguably considered the French 20th century pivotal model, has original body and body finish, and is wearing original Bleuette marine costume, socks and shoes. $1400/1700

172. Group of Shoes and Undergarments for Bleuette

The group includes eleven pairs of shoes, each 1 ½”l. including brown laced boots, flat slip-ons, clogs, black boots, and one pair of tan laced boots signed “B”, along the a pair of tan leather ski boots with matching wooden skies and poles, dark brown leather belt, six various undergarments and three pairs of socks. Excellent condition. French, original shoes and undergarments for Bleuette, early 1900s. $1100/1300

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173. Ten Costumes for Bleuette from GautierLangereau

Including dresses, coats and more from 1915-1940 era. Excellent condition. The costumes are all originals from Gautier-Langereau.

$700/900

174. Thirteen Costumes for Bleuette from GautierLangereau

Including dresses, coats, robe with slippers, and more from 1915-1940 era. Excellent condition. The costumes are all originals from Gautier-Langereau.

$700/900

175. Costumes for Bleuette from GautierLangereau

Including seven costumes from 19151940 era, including play suits, dresses, jackets, as well as various costume elements which may not be complete. Very good condition. The costumes are all originals from Gautier-Langereau.

$500/700

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177. French Porcelain Doll’s Tea Set in Original Store Presentation

12” (30 cm.) l. basket. 2 ½”h. teapot. The boat-shaped handled basket is filled with its porcelain doll’s tea service with pink flower and blue rim decorations, comprising lidded teapot, lidded sugar, creamer, six cups and saucers, and six gilt metal spoons, each still tied into the basket with original red silk ribbons. Excellent condition. French, the charming arrangement likely appeared in French Etrennes catalogs of the era as a special store holiday gift, circa 1890. $300/500

178. Rare French Brown-Complexioned Paris Bébé by Danel & Cie

16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with light brown complexion, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with coral shaded lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig

176. French Bisque Bébé with Dramatic Eyes by Emile Jumeau with Original Signed Shoes

19” (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, very large blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, defined space between outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, straight wrists, lovely costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 8 (and artist check marks, head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body).

Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: especially beautiful eyes with rich decoration, original signed body, original signed Jumeau shoes, with original Jumeau box. $2800/3200

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over cork pate, French brown composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Paris Bébé Tete Bébé 9 (large incised markings) Paris Bébé (torso). Comments: Daniel & Cie, circa 1890, who attempted to create bébés in the manner of his former employer, Emile Jumeau until stopped by a Jumeau lawsuit; hence his dolls are rare to find, especially this brown-complexioned variation. Value Points: rare doll with beautiful flawless complexion, original body and body finish, fine antique costume. $2800/4200

179. French Doll’s Wooden Armoire with Linens and Original Inventory

23” (58 cm.) Fine walnut wood armoire with paneled double doors, arched crest with ogee carving, lower drawer, cast metal hardware, opens to reveal four well-stocked linen shelves, and a list of “composition de trousseau” on the inside door, listing 50 various house linens and accessories. Excellent condition, French, circa 1890. The fitted armoire was a popular offering in holiday Etrennes catalogs of the era in Paris. $700/900

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180. French Bisque Bébé Gigoteur by Jules Steiner with Original Boutique Label “Aux Enfants Sage”

20” (51 cm.) Solid domed bisque head, blue glass inset eyes with darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, delicately painted lashes and brows, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, accented lips, two rows of tiny porcelain teeth, blonde caracul wig, carton torso containing clockwork mechanism which when wound causes the bébé to wave arms and legs in baby-like fashion, turn head from side to side and cry “mama”, composition arms and lower legs, rose silk costume. Condition: generally excellent, mechanism functions well. Comments: Bébé Gigoteur by Jules Steiner, circa 1880. Value Points: well-preserved bébé has original paper label from the prestige Paris doll boutique of Aux Enfants Sage. $1500/2100

181. French Maple Wood High Chair for Bébé

22” (56 cm.) The maple wood high chair with faux-bamboo styling features a spindled back, woven cane seat, and hinged food tray which is held in place by removable knob. Excellent condition. French, circa 1890, especially nice detail of carving. $300/400

182. Petite French Borzoi Salon Dog

5” (13 cm.) The firmly-shaped dog with shaved white muzzle and lower legs is liberally covered with lush white fur, has upright pink ears, amber glass eyes, open mouth, curly tail. French, circa 1900, unusual small size of the beloved display dog. $300/400

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183. Petite French Bisque Bébé from Au Nain Bleu Boutique with Original Labels on Doll and Dress

11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1079 Germany Halbig S&H 2 ½ (head) Au Nain Bleu Paris (original paper and cloth labels on torso and dress). Comments: Simon and Halbig commissioned head and original French body, circa 1895. Value Points: all-original doll in pristine condition, original lush wig, pearl stud earrings and matching bracelet, body and body finish, original silk and lace dress, undergarments, shoes and socks with labels from the prestige Parisian doll shop of Au Nain Bleu. $1200/1500

184. Beautiful French Bisque Bébé, Figure A, by Jules Steiner with Rare Bisque Hands

22” (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, large dark blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner,

painted curly lashes, rich mauve-blushed eye shadow, widely-arched brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over Steiner pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with bisque hands, separately-sculpted fingers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A 13 Le Parisien Bte SGDG 13. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1890. Value Points: very beautiful gentle expression enhanced by most artistic painting of features, especially blushing of eye shadow, cheeks and chin, lovely antique costume with matching hat, signed French shoes, and rare bisque hands. $3500/4200

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185. French Bisque Bébé, Figure C, by Jules Steiner in Lovely Antique Costume

29” (74 cm.) Bisque socket head with plump rounded face, dark blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with upturned lip corners, outlined lips, impressed dimple at philtrum and chin, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Mark: Figure C no2 Steiner Bte SGDG Paris. Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1882. Value Points: very fine artistic painting of features such as lip corners and dimples are enhanced by excellent subtle blushing, original body and body finish. $3200/3800

186. Five German All-Bisque Children in Playful Poses with Dresden Costumes

3 ½” (9 cm.) 4 ½”. Each is one-piece all-bisque child with sculpted hair and facial features, in seated playful pose, with stiffened lace Dresden costumes. Excellent condition, few typical flakes on costumes. Germany, circa 1915, the dolls are playfully arranged, one playing with doll, another reading a book, the third writing on slate, the fourth with basket of flowers, and the largest tossing a ball. $500/700

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Bisque Doll with Pincushion Bunting and Original Holiday Box

9” (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, composition upper torso and jointed arms, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, open mouth, four tiny teeth, blonde mohair wig. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Dep R A. Comments: Recknagel, circa 1900. Value Points: presented as pincushion baby, the doll has original rose silk bunting-wrap with rose silk bows and is presented in original holiday box. $300/400

188. French Bisque Bébé E.J. by Emile Jumeau with Signed Jumeau Shoes

16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked and feathered brows, closed mouth, accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, ivory silk bébé dress and bonnet, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E.7 J (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1885. Value Points: splendid eyes enhanced by beautiful painting of eye shadow and lashes. Original signed Jumeau shoes. $2800/3200

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189. Very Beautiful French Musical Automaton “Ballerina Pirouetting” by Roullet et Decamps

23” (58 cm.) Posed en pointe upon a velvet-covered large wooden platform is a ballerina with bisque head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, closed mouth, beautifully-painted features, brunette mohair wig, and having a shapely lady torso with bisque shoulderplate, long slender shapely legs, bisque forearms, wearing superb original silk and lace ballerina costume ornamented with soutache designs that are repeated on her knit stockings, floral coronet, silk ballet slippers. When wound, she pirouettes en pointe, moving her left leg forward and backward in elegant sweeps, while inclining her upper torso side-to-side and moving arms up and down, in classic ballet poses, while music plays. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Roullet et Decamps, circa 1890, with bisque head from Emile Jumeau, marked “Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 3”. Value Points: an especially luxury example of the popular ballerina automaton theme is beautifully preserved. $5000/7500

190. French Porcelain Jardinieres and Dresden Urns

5 ½” (14 cm.) jardinieres. Including a pair of pear-shaped porcelain jardinieres with gilt metal frame and cabriole legs, and having hand-painted porcelain floral paintings on all four sides. Along with two porcelain lidded urns with Dresden floral appliques, one with two figural cherubs, and blue stamp Dresden marks. Excellent condition. Circa 1875. $600/800

191. English Burled Walnut Chest of Drawers

14” (36 cm.) w. 13”h. 7”d. Of very fine walnut with rich graining, the Empire chest features a top handkerchief drawer with ogee shaped front and three lower dove-tailed drawers with burled walnut veneer front and turned wooded knobs, centered by shapely columns. Excellent condition. English, mid1800s. $500/700

192. French Borzoi Salon Dog in Unusual Seated Pose

8” (20 cm.) The firm-bodied paper mache borzoi dog, seated on back haunches with long curled tail, alertly held head with shaved muzzle, amber glass eyes, open mouth with painted teeth, felt tongue, black bead nose, pink upright ears, blue neck bow is lavishly covered in lush white fur. Excellent condition. French, circa 1900. $500/700

193. French Bisque Bébé by Gaultier with Fine Original Costume

20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, lushly-painted lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair over original cork pate, French

composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F.G. (scroll) 7. Comments: Gaultier Freres, circa 1888. Value Points: striking dramatic painting around the large eyes, original body and body finish, and wearing beautiful original cream pique dress with lace Bertha collar and silk sash and bows, undergarments, stockings, cream kid shoes, bonnet. $3200/3700

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20” (51 cm.) x 14”. The wooden trunk with domed lid is covered with canvas, black wooden slats, and brass studding, and opens to fitted interior with lift-out tray which contains a bounty of costume elements

including hoops, lingerie, dresses, stays, embroidered shawl and much more. The trunk has original label “Cardinet Embellage Articles de Voyage Paris”. Excellent condition. French, circa 1870. $2000/2500

5” (13 cm.) x 3”. The wooden framed box with glass lid and decorative paper covers and fitted interior contains a set of brushes and combs and other toiletries, along with a velvet-covered book box which opens to reveal a pull-out folio of sewing needles; and another book box with

194. French Trunk for Poupée with Original Maker’s Label Filled with Costumes

195. French Toiletries for Poupée in Original Box

mirrored inside lid. Very good condition. French, circa 1880. $400/500

195.1. Four French Wooden Hat Boxes

3” (8 cm.) largest. Four bentwood oval-shaped hat boxes with leather-over-wood lids and

leather straps. Excellent condition, straps worn on largest. French, circa 1860. $300/400

196. Lovely Patterned Silk Day Dress with Unusual Sleeve Construction

5” shoulder width. For about 22” lady doll. Of golden silk woven with abstract floral and leaf design, the gown features a dropped rounded neckline edged with pleated silk ruffle, front closure with V-shaped set-in waist, flared skirt, and coat sleeves with silk pleated cuffs and unusual Juliet-like set-in shoulders. Excellent condition. French, mid-1800s. $400/500

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196.1. French Plaid Linen Poupée Gown and Hooded Cape

3 ½” shoulder width. For 16”-17” lady doll. Of richly-patterned Scottish plaid, the two-piece linen ensemble features a gown with dart-shaping at front and back bodice, set in waist band and ¾ length sleeves, embossed brass buttons and handmade buttonholes, flat-front skirt panel centered by all-around gathers. Along with matching cape having pleated hood, black velvet edging, and brown cotton lining. Excellent condition. French, circa 1860. $500/700

197. Collection of French Accessories and Hats for Poupées

Included 3” length box with ormolu frame and silk cover; red leather carrying case with red leather looped handle and pearl button trim; glass window top box containing a loosely woven burgundy reticule; woven snood with red edging; black velvet cap with plaid edging, cream flannel hooded capelet with red rick-rack edging, red embroidered handkerchief; small red leather folio with sewing tools; tiny red leather purse, and gift box with three decorative hair combs. Excellent condition. French, circa 1865. $600/800

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198. French Toilette in Domed Red Leather Case with Brushes

4” (10 cm.) The firm-sided valise with red leather cover and domed hinged lid has brass handles and clasp, white pearl bead accents, and opens to fitted interior containing an assortment of brushes, combs, and other toiletry articles. Good condition, contents are partially original and others added. French, circa 1865.

$200/300

199. Red Woolen Ensemble for Gentleman

Of fine red flannel wool, the four-piece ensemble includes shirt with black buttons and delicate stitched trim; flyfront pants with set-in waist band and black cord edging; red felt flannel flared jacket with pockets and black edging; and matching long tie-front cape. Excellent condition. 3 ½” shoulder width. For 16” slender bodied doll. $400/500

200. Bound Volume of La Poupée Modele, 1863-1866

10” (25 cm.) x 7”. The bound volume includes color engravings, illustrations and descriptions of Chambre de Lily, inventories of trousseau necessities for poupée and much more. There is some light spotting on the pages, the volume appears complete. Published by Journal des Demoiselles, Paris, 1863-1866.

$400/500

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201. German All-Bisque Half-Doll “Lady Gazing into Mirror”

5” (13 cm.) All-bisque waist-up figure of adult woman, her head held haughtily upward, elongated throat, painted features, downcast eyes, blonde mohair wig, extended arms with bent elbows, sculpted bowbodice chemise with blue ribbon, holding a mirror in her right hand into which she is gazing. Marks: 4213 ½. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. $300/400

202. Two German All-Bisque Half-Dolls with Jointed Arms

4 ½” (11 cm.) Each is all-bisque waist-up figure of adult woman with haughty expression, elongated throat, painted features, one with downcast eyes and tightly-closed mouth and the other with heavylidded eyes and closed mouth modeled as though open; each with mohair wig and original costume. Marks: 3613 (and 3805) Germany. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. $400/500

203. Two German All-Bisque Half-Dolls of Ladies with Haughty Expression

5 ½” (14 cm.) Each is all-bisque waist-up half-doll depicting a lady with arms extended from body, with head held haughtily upward, elongated throat, painted facial features, modeled low-bodice chemise with purple or green bow, one doll holding an exotic bisque bird on her elbow. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1920, the wonderful pair pose perfectly together. $500/700

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5 ½” (14 cm.) All-bisque waist-up figure of adult nude woman posed with slightly downcast head and arms bent at elbows and extended in front of body, painted facial features with downcast eyes, fitted turban. Marks: (Goebel symbol) 442 5. Excellent condition. Germany, Goebel, circa 1920. $400/500

205. Rare German Bisque Fashion Lady, 7925, by Gebruder Heubach

17” (43 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead with oval slender face and elongated throat, modeled bosom, her head turned slightly to the side, blue glass eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, feathered brows, aquiline nose, accented nostrils, very slightly-parted outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair wig in upswept fashion, muslin body with paper mache arms and lower legs, painted white stockings with red rims, and black and red sculpted shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7925. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915. Value Points: superb modeling enhanced by finest bisque on the rarely-found model, factory-original body, lovely antique costume. $1700/2100

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206. English Mahogany and Rosewood Mirrored Armoire with Store Label of W.H. Cremer

21” (53 cm.) x 12” x 5”. The mahogany armoire features a mirrored door above a single drawer, with beautifully grained rosewood veneers and rich ornamentation of gilt ormolu along with bronze mounts, escutcheon and figural design of lady’s head on crest, with lock and key. Excellent condition. Attached to the base is a paper label of W.H. Cremer of New Bond Street in London whose toy warehouse claimed “manufacturer and importer of toys and games to her Majesty and all the Royal Family, the Courts of Prussia, France and Austria”. His business operated from 1862-1870 and he claimed medals won in London in 1862 and Paris in 1867 International Expositions. $800/1200

207. Fine French Bisque Portrait Poupée by Jumeau with Rare Wooden Body and Bisque Hands

17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, pale blue glass spiral-threaded inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, lightlyfeathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, ears pierced into head, brunette human hair wig over cork pate, French wooden body with shapely torso, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, bisque lower arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent, restoration on right arm. Marks: 4. Comments: French, attributed to PierreFrancois Jumeau, circa 1875. Value Points: very beautiful portrait like face, rare wooden body and bisque limbs, finely sculpted fingers, lovely antique costume. $3400/3800

208. French Accessories and Costume elements for Poupées

Included is 4 ½” leather bound case with blue velvet panels, brass edging, rope handles, which opens to rose silk interior containing some sewing tools; 4”l. blue flannel leggings with foot straps and silver buttons; white cashmere hood with bavolet with blue silk ribbons (some moth holes); blue knit shawl with black edging; bone dance card with blue silk lining and pencil; folding fan with blue silk ribbon insert and

hand-painted detail, and wooden handled jump robe. Suitable for 20”22” poupée. Excellent condition. French, circa 1875. $500/700

209. Collection of French Accessories for Poupées Including Huret

8” (20 cm.) l. parasol. The collection comprises yellow cast metal handled parasol with bone tip and ivory silk fringed cover, attributed to Huret; light brown felt flannel bonnet with brown velvet edging and feather trim, silk lining, stamped “Maison a Paris”; brown leather purse with belt attachments and brass trim; tortoise shell hinged lorgnette; brown kidskin gloves with overstitch; and bone-handled whip. Excellent condition, cover on parasol may not be original. French, circa 1860. $600/900

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Included is black velvet jacket with silk fringe edging and silk ribbon banding; black woolen flared jacket with elaborate black soutache embroidery; wire-framed black lace bonnet with draped silk ribbons; gold velvet bonnet with black feather trim; fretwork folding fan, short tan gloves with scalloped edge and pearl buttons, green leather folio purse with gilt metal closure; tan gloves with button closure in original gift box with boutique label; 2” black leather slippers with leather soles. Excellent condition. French, circa 1865. 3 ½” shoulder width of jackets. 2” inside hat diam. Suitable for poupées about 17”. $600/900

211. Early Costume and Snood for Lady Doll

3 ½” shoulders. For lady doll about 15”. Comprising Scottish plaid linen two-piece costume with box-pleated skirt and fitted bodice edged in black cord, along with white cotton blouse with tucks and lace. And with unusual woven snood with blue threads edged by black velvet banding and streamers. Excellent condition, few tiny tears on dress. French, circa 1860. $300/400

212. Collection of Accessories for French Poupées

2” (5 cm.) - 2 ½” l. fans. The collection comprises three bone folding fans (two having filigree cutwork and painted gilt designs and blue silk ribbons, and the third with exquisite handpainted floral and garland scenes, and original box); five linen handkerchiefs with blue scalloped edging; blue feathered padded muff in original green cardboard box; decorative faux-watch with fleur-de-lis ormolu brooch, in case; leather purse with gold dotting; leather purse with gold tooling and red leather interior; bone opera glasses; velvet-covered book-shaped box with bone brushes. Excellent condition. French, circa 1860. $700/900

213. Collection of Accessories and Head Wear for French Poupées

Including embroidered tulle snood with blue edging; woven snood with royal blue silk binding; lace cap with two blue silk medallions; 2” inside diam. wire framed bonnet of black velvet with pale blue feathers and net lining; woven shawl with blue yarn edging, blue enamel bed warmer with woven cover, book-shaped box which opens to mirrored interior; 2” bone-handled fan with blue fringe; brown kidskin gloves, gilt coronet with faux diamonds; bonehandled folding fan with hand-painted scene, and 2” leather shoes (heels missing). Excellent condition. French, circa 1865, perfectly sized for French poupées of 15”-17”. $600/800

214. Beautiful and Rare Early French Bisque

Bébé by Jules Steiner

20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head with plump rounded face, very pale complexion, small blue glass inset eyes with spiral threading, dark eyeliner, delicately-painted lashes and brows, mauve blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils and eye corners, slightly-parted shaded lips, two rows of tiny porcelain teeth, dimpled chin and philtrum, unpierced ears, blonde mohair wig, French composition

fully-jointed plump body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 3 (head). Comments: Jules Steiner, earliest period of bisque bébé, the facial model inspired by the model of their Bébé Gigoteur, circa 1877. Value Points: very rare bébé with finest delicate complexion, dear expression, original body and body finish, and wearing early bébé dress with embroidered bodice. $5500/6500

215. Twelve German Porcelain

Pots

with Dresden Flowers

1 ½” (4 cm.) -3”. The twelve porcelain flower pots, each decorated with scenes or flowers, contain various colorful Dresden flowers and leaves. Several pots are marked Dresden. Excellent condition overall with few typical very minor flakes on Dresden edges. Germany, late 1800s. $400/500

216. German All-Bisque

Miniature

Doll by Kestner with Painted Black Boots

6 ½” (17 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-

edged bisque torso, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, lightly-feathered brows, accented nostrils, very slightly-parted lips with row of tiny teeth, brunette mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted white stockings with magenta rims and black ankle boots with blue tassels, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: rare model to find as all-bisque, with especially charming expression. $700/900

217. French Faience Armoire with Fine Painted Scenes in the Watteau Manner

16” (41 cm.) h. 12”w. Of fine faience, the armoire features curved glass doors with gilt metal frames, elegant shaping in the Louis XVI manner, and with two painted scenes on the inside walls, and painted scene on each side along with gilt accents and floral sprays. Excellent condition. French, late 1800s. $1100/1300

218. Four German All-Bisque Bathing Beauties in Petite Size

2 ½” (6 cm.) -4”. Each is all-bisque adult lady doll with painted facial features, mohair wig, painted pink, blue or white slippers with ankle straps, and each is wearing factory original knit swimsuit or tutu, two with original net caps. The dolls are posed in four different coquettish manners. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. $600/800

219. Five Petite German All-Bisque Bathing Beauties in Various Poses

3” (8 cm.) -4”. Each is all-bisque one-piece figure of adult lady, with painted facial features and mohair wig, painted blue or white slippers with ankle straps, with net swimsuit. Each is posed in a different

flirtatious manner. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915, charming petite group with wonderful poses. $700/900

219.1. French Maple Wood Spindled Chair with Woven Seat and Cushion

10” (25 cm.) The maple wood chair with faux-bamboo styling has spindled back rest and legs, woven seat and rose silk tufted tie-on cushion. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885. $300/400

220. Petite French Bisque Poupée with Rare Wooden Body and Bisque Limbs

15” (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, large blue glass enamel inset eyes with darker blue iris rims, thick dark

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eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, kid-overwooden body with dowel articulation at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, shapely torso, bisque lower arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2. Comments: French, circa 1870. Value Points: beautiful doll with rare and wonderfullysculpted bisque limbs, wooden body, entrancing large eyes. $3200/3500

221. French Bisque Poupée with Wooden Body and Bisque Limbs

15” (38 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, pale blue glass enamel inset eyes with darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, accented lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, kid-over-wooden body with dowel articulation at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, shapely torso, bisque lower arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 2. Comments: French, circa 1870. Value Points: gorgeous eyes complement the delicate bisque complexion, rare body and bisque lower limbs with fine sculpting of fingers and toes. $3200/3500

222. French Toilette Set with Accessories in Original Box

11” (28 cm.) x 8”. The light wood box with decorative paper cover and label “Toilette”, opens to originallyfitted interior, containing porcelain wash bowl and pitcher set with accompanying trays, pots and hat pin boxes, each with painted floral design, along with wrapped soaps, perfumes, and other toiletries, and with bone-handled brushes, comb, and powder puff. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885. $400/500

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223. French Silver Cast Repousse Vitrine with Porcelain Miniatures

16” (41 cm.) x 11”w. The cast metal armoire with curved glass double doors and side panels is richly ornamented with silver repousse crest and mounts, and the vitrine is lined with patterned rose silk and glass shelves upon which are resting nine various porcelain pitchers and vases. Excellent condition. French, late 1800s. $700/900

224. Collection of Miniature Needlework Accessories

3” (8 cm.) l. shell case. Included is mother-of-pearl shell with brass frame and hinge, opening to blue silk lining upon which is arranged miniature scissors, bone awl and thimble; blue velvet case which opens to tiny scissors, bone spool, bone needle holder, and gold ring; tiny 1 ½” leather bound domed trunk containing bone with blue velvet tip; and red leather covered case with fitted silk interior containing scissors, and tiny bone thimble and awl. Excellent condition. French, circa 1880. $500/700

225. French Ensemble and Bonnet for Poupée

Of grey silk faille, the two-piece ensemble features a fitted hip-length jacket and matching skirt with flat front panel and gathered back, both pieces trimmed

with rose twill banding and lace, and having rosecovered buttons and hand-made button holes.

Along with pressed rose felt flannel bonnet with rose silk banding and delicate feathers. Bonnet is excellent, gown is very good with few tiny fabric tears. 3 ½” shoulder width. For 15”-16” poupée.

French, circa 1875.

$400/500

226. French Ornate Ormolu Dresser Tray with Pair of Perfume Bottles

8 ½” (22 cm.) The gilt metal frame supports a framed beveled mirror and is ornamented by gilt ormolu flower petals, with glass bowl at the center which is flanked by a pair of perfume bottles with original stoppers. Excellent condition.

French, circa 1880.

$400/500

227. French Bisque Bébé by Emile Jumeau with Original Signed Body and Shoes

24” (61 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, dark painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, pierced ears, brunette human hair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau

Bte SGDG 11 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments:

Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: lovely bisque and deep brown paperweight eyes, original body and body finish, silk ivory costume, undergarments, signed Jumeau shoes. $2800/3200

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228. French Rosewood Chest of Drawers with Marble Top

12” (30 cm.) w. x 6 ½”h. x 7”d. The rosewood chest of drawers features two dovetailed drawers with intricately inlaid rosewood veneers, and enhanced cast bronze ormolu drawer pulls and mounts; the inlay work is repeated on the curved dresser side, and grey marble with curved sides is laid on the top surface. Excellent condition. French, circa 1875. $600/800

229. Three French Miniature Decorative Accessories Including Rare Clock

The miniature decorative accessories include cast bronze easel with surmounted frame painted below the gilt-faced clock with Roman numerals, along with enameled vase with porcelain painted scene of Marquis, and with a metal basket filled with carved wooden fruit. Excellent condition, unknown if clock is functioning. French, circa 1885. $600/800

230. French Bronze Side Table with Medallion Inlay

6” (15 cm.) l. 5”h. Of heavy cast bronze the table has richly embossed lattice design on the lid centering a wreathframed porcelain medallion of lady, and with designs on the sides. The top hinges open to green velvet-lined interior. Excellent condition. French, late 1800s. $400/500

231. French Tilt-Top Pedestal Table with Inlay Design

10” (25 cm.) h. if up-tilted. 6” diam. The walnut table rests upon a single pedestal with tripod base, and features a mechanism which allows the table top to be used flat or tilted. The top has fine inlaid star-shaped design of exotic woods, and ogee shaped border. Excellent condition. French, circa 1875. $500/700

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232. Petite French Bisque Poupée from Aux Amis de L’Enfance Boutique

14” (36 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, cobalt blue glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, delicately feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, kid poupée body with gusset-

jointing at hips, knees and elbows. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Aux Amis de l’Enfance (stamp on torso). Comments: French, circa 1870, the doll was presented in the luxury Parisian doll shop. Value Points: desirable petite size, the doll is wearing original brown silk gown with extended train, undergarments, woven bonnet and boots. $1100/1400

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233. French Bisque Character by SFBJ with Smiling Expression and Rare Markings

13” (33 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, painted brown boyish hair with forelock curls, small blue glass enamel inset eyes, painted brown curly lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth with shaded lips, row of porcelain teeth, impressed dimples and laughter lines, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, mariner costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 297 Paris.

Comments: SFBJ, circa 1912, the doll more closely resembles the SFBJ model 227, yet it is clearly marked 297 which is previously unidentified. Value Points: the charming characterization is well-detailed, very fine quality of bisque. $1100/1400

234. Collection of French Miniature Games for Poupées

Including 2 ½” boxed set of Lotto with original cards and buttons; set of wooden nine-pins with ball; fortune telling game “Oracle de la Marguerite” in original box; 3 ½” Jeu de Croquet in wooden box with bone-handled mallets; two sets of six wooden tiny blocks (one in original box), six bone die, and set of dominoes in case. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885. $400/600

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235. Collection of Early Miniature Bone Toys and Miniatures

3 ½” (9 cm.) h. acrobat. The collection includes bone toy of acrobat on trapeze, having carved facial features, articulation at shoulders, hips and knees, arranged swinging on balance rod; along with set of seven-pin game in original ribbed bone-carved barrel; bone box (split on one side) with hinged lid containing set of tiny dominoes; dotted bone ball; dice on stick handle; two square die; and bone and ebony spinning top. Excellent condition. Mid1800s. $600/800

236. Collection of Accessories for Gentleman Poupées

5” (13 cm.) l. sword. Including silverplate sword, leather case which opens to metal toy pistol; leather case with display of eight tiny medals; 1 ½” toy pistol with fauxbone handle; and four additional medals. Excellent condition. French, late 1800s. $300/400

237. German Bisque Gentleman by Cuno and Otto Dressel

17” (43 cm.) Bisque socket head with highly-characterized features, blue glass eyes, very strong nose, sculpted grey brows, closed mouth with smiling expression, pronounced ears, incised wrinkles with red accent highlights, blonde mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fullyjointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: made in Germany S5. Comments: Cuno and Otto Dressel, circa 1890, the doll was presented as Uncle Sam, as The Farmer, and here in high society gentleman’s costume including top hat, leather valise and umbrella. Value Points: wonderful presentation, enhanced by very fine sculpting and painting. $1200/1600

238. Outstanding German Wax-over-Paper Mache Lady by Dressel with Attached Collar and Painted Teeth

24” (61 cm.) Wax-over-paper mache lady with oval face turned slightly to the side, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes separated by dark and red eyeliners, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with suggestion of painted teeth between the outlined lips, pale blonde mohair hair that is inserted around the forehead, forming a widow’s peak and with attached braid and chignon, muslin body, wax-over-paper mache lower arms, and legs. Condition: very good, light craquelure and some fading, inset wig hair a bit sparse, few muslin repairs. Marks: Dressel (holz-

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masse mark and insignia). Comments: Germany, Dressel, circa 1870, maker uncertain. Value Points: an exceptional model from the “Staatsdamen” models of the 1870s whose rarity factors include unusual coiffure, brown eyes, painted teeth, very fancily-painted red boots with gold paper tassels and border, glued-on striped knit stockings, unusual shoulderplate with glued-on linen collar separating the waxed throat area from the lower paper mache shoulders with painted cream finish and ribbon trim, and wearing her original silk and cashmere costume, undergarments, original chemise, and with bone-handled fan with painted silk blades. The doll is shown in an article “High Society” by Estelle Johnston, Doll Reader, May 1996. $1100/1400

239. German Wax-OverPaper Mache “Staatdamen” in Original Costume

16” (41 cm.) Wax-over-paper mache shoulderhead with oval slender face and elongated throat, large blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth, inserted blonde mohair wig in very elaborate upswept coiffure, muslin stitch-jointed slender lady body, wax lower arms. Condition: very good, some possible retouch to lashes and nose tip. Comments: Germany, the fashion model lady known as “staatdamen”, circa 1875. Value Points: fine original costume of unusually-patterned velvet with silk and embroidered trim. $700/900

240. Collection of Miniature Boxes and Mandolin

4” (10 cm.) l. mandolin. The collection includes a mandolin with inlay designs and bone accents; two rectangular boxes with bone ball-shaped feet and silver or mother-of-pearl medallions; mother-of-pearl case with brass frame and painted detail; and pair of porcelain candlesticks. Excellent condition. Circa 1875. $400/500

241. German Amber Glass and Silvered Metal Miniature Goblet Set

8” (20 cm.) x 4” box. Presented with original cardboard box is a dollsize set of glassware, comprising urn with silver frame and stopper and amber glass center bowl; along with six cone-shaped amber glass goblets with silvered metal feet, and tray. The box has original label “WeinService Baby Zinn”. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1900. $200/300

242. English Portrait Doll of Historical Military

Figure in Uniform

18” (46 cm.) Earthenware head with portrait like features of man

which are distinctively sculpted, brown side-parted hair with curls across the forehead, deeply-set eye sockets with painted blue eyes, painted brown brows, closed mouth with firmly-set lips, thick brown moustache, muslin body with earthenware hands and sculpted black shoes, wearing original blue woolen military costume with brass buttons and medals, brimmed cap. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: English, maker unknown, circa 1900, the doll portrays a particular (but unidentified) British military figure from the period of the Boer War, 1899-1902. Value Points: unique doll with well-preserved original painting, uniquely modeled hair. $500/700

243. English Portrait Doll of Historical Military

Figure in Uniform

18” (46 cm.) Earthenware head with distinctively sculpted facial features, sculpted brown hair in neat center part style, deeply-set eye sockets with painted blue eyes, painted brown brows, closed mouth with firmly-set lips, muslin body with earthenware hands and sculpted black shoes, wearing original blue woolen military costume with brass buttons and medals, brimmed cap. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: English, maker unknown, circa 1900, the doll portrays a particular (but unidentified) British military figure from the period of the Boer War, 1899-1902. Value Points: superb sculpting of highlycharacterized historical figure in well-preserved condition. $500/700

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244. Petite French Bisque Bébé Jumeau with Incised “Depose” Mark

11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue iris rims, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, 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, nice antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose (incised) 3 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1882, the rare “depose” incised mark model was made for a short time only. Value Points: beautiful bisque and painting on the rare Jumeau bébé with original body and body finish, especially unusual in this small size. $3200/3500

245. French Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Marble Top

10” (25 cm.) w. 8”h. The mahogany two drawer chest has unusual inlay floral design on the drawer fronts, bronze mounts and drawer pulls, and white marble top. Excellent condition. French, late 1800s. $400/500

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246. German Glazed Porcelain Miniature Flowers

1 ½” (4 cm.) -3”. Each is of white porcelain with glazed finish, and includes handled oval basket, urn-shaped handled basket, rectangular jardiniere, oval vase and pot, each fitted with lavish arrangement of flowers and plants. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1880. $200/300

247. Collection of French Accessories for Poupées

Including 2” egg-shaped mother-of-pearl purse with brass frame and unusual coloring, velvet lining with fitted niche which contains prismatic glass perfume bottle with gold cap; tiny 1” mother-of-pearl case with brass frame which hinges open; red leather case which opens to fitted velvet interior with woven hair ring having gold medallion center; 2”l. mother-of-pearl dance card folio; and tiniest ½” gold mesh coin purse. Excellent condition. French, circa 1875. $400/500

248. French AllBisque Mignonette with Jointed Elbows in Original Costume

5 ½” (14 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged slender bisque torso, cobalt blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig, peg-jointing at shoulders and hips, balljointing at elbows, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1882, when the petite mignonettes were first presented in Paris Etrennes catalogs. Value Points: beautiful doll with rare jointed elbows, wearing original aqua silk dress. $1400/1700

249. French Bisque Bébé E.J. by Jumeau in Early Couturier Costume

15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, defined space between the shaded lips, pierced ears blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E. 6 J (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: very beautiful bébé with entrancing expression, wearing bronze silk twill couturier early costume and matching bonnet, undergarments, leather boots. $2700/3200

250. French Bisque Bébé EJ by Emile Jumeau with Lovely Mauve Blushed Eye Shadow

18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, pale blue glass paperweight inset eyes with spiral threading and darker blue iris rims, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, feathered brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with heart shaped lips, separately-modeled pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists, pretty antique dress, undergarments, shoes. Condition: generally excellent, light nose rub.

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

Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1882. Value Points: the early period of the EJ signature model has splendid eyes and eye decoration, original plump body. $4200/4800

251. Collection of Lingerie for French Poupées

Included are two white cotton night dresses with red embroidery, paisley shawl with fringed detail, four different laced stays (three with bones insets) including unusual pale blue silk stays with red edging, and lace-trimmed muslin with pencil inscription “corset pour ma poupée Huret”; unusual four-tiered ruffled bustle with laced form; and pair of serge coin pockets. Excellent condition. French, for poupées 17”-18”, circa 1870. $400/500

252. French Bisque Portrait Bébé by Emile Jumeau with Exquisite Painting

16” (41 cm.) Pressed bisque socket head with delicate complexion, blue/ grey spiral threaded enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, mauve blushed eye shadow, lightly painted lashes and feathered brows, accented eye corners, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with defined space between the accented lips, separately applied pierced ears, early brunette hand-tied

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human hair wig over original lambswool cap and cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists, wearing antique blue cotton pinafore dress with ruching, cutwork detail, blouse, undergarments, blue silk bonnet, socks, leather Jumeau shoes. Condition: generally excellent, fine original body finish. Marks: 5 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878. Value Points: very beautiful early bébé in flawless condition, with beautiful bisque, eyes, painting, original body and body finish. Ex-collection Puppen and Spielzeug Museum Davos.

$6500/8500

253. French Desk Top Accessories for Poupées

Included is 2” porcelain inkwell with decorative flowers; carved bone inkwell holder with vintage photograph and glass inkwell; mother-of-pearl bowl with ormolu frame; 2” ormolu leather holder, 2”l. leather bound “Notes” with attached pencil; brass hour glass; enamel inlay frame; bone opera glasses with Stanhope photographs; brass candle snuffer; bone-handled seal; bone-handled pen; and leather bound copy of Hamlet. Excellent condition. French, circa 1875. Also included is early child’s book with bound marbled paper covers, L Divertissemens de L’Enfance, with many drawings of children at play.

$500/600

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17” (43 cm.) x 13”. Still attached to original cardboard is a white porcelain dinner service with gold accents, comprising lidded tureen, six plates, one oval platter, one round platter, serving bowl, gravy boat, two sauce dishes, and cutlery and napkins for six. Excellent condition. French, circa 1880. $400/500

2” (5 cm.) h. pitcher. ¾” glasses. The collection includes a clear glass ribbed set of two decanters, six goblets, and two

tumblers in original bentwood box; decanter with blue spiral threading and five goblets; two decanters with blue and white striping and with matching vase and three stemmed goblets; and fourteen various other glass goblets. Excellent condition. Circa 1890s. $300/400

256. Miniature German Porcelain Tea Service

2” (5 cm.) h. teapot. The tiny porcelain tea service features gilt edging and garlands on white background, and includes lidded teapot, creamer, lidded sugar, and four

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cups and saucers. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1885. $200/300

257. French “Porcelaine Service” in Original Box with Sevres Blue Dishes

18” (46 cm.) x 12” 5”h. chocolate pot. A light wooden box with decorative paper covers has original paper label on the lid, “Porcelaine Service”; the box hinges open to beautifully-fitted interior featuring superb white porcelain dishes with rich cobalt blue decorations for which the Sevres porcelain works were known. The porcelain pieces are richly shaped and the cobalt blue decorations are further enhanced with gold trim. The service includes lidded chocolate or coffee pot, lidded sugar, creamer, two sauce dishes, fruit bowl, small bowl, four cups and saucers, six plates, six spoons, and serving fork and knife, that are neatly arranged on the shelved base and interior lid. Excellent condition. French, circa 1890, a luxury and wellpreserved service. $700/1000

258. German Softpaste Basket with Poignant Childhood Scene

7” (18 cm.) l. The softpaste basket with handle depicting intertwined branches, and having Dresden floral designs at the sides, is fronted by a porcelain figure of young girl who is weeping, her right arm wiping tears away from her eyes, while resting on her lap is her doll’s head whose body lies nearby. Excellent condition except for typical chips on Dresden petal. Germany, circa 1880. $300/400

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259. French Bisque Bébé, Figure C, by Jules Steiner with Dear Gentle Expression

18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, thick brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with slightly smiling expression, shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde human hair wig over Steiner pate, Steiner composition fully-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Steiner Paris Fre C 11 (head) Le Petit Parisien Bébé Steiner (torso). Comments: Jules Steiner, circa 1885. Value Points: especially beautiful bisque and complexion with fine gleaming patina, enhanced by lovely painting of features, deep paperweight eyes, original body and body finish. $5500/6500

260. German All-Bisque Miniature Doll with Dramatic Eyes

6” (15 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque torso, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointing at shoulders and hips, painted kneehigh stockings with magenta rims and black five-lace ankle boots with tiny heels, nicely

costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7 ½. Comments: Germany, circa 1885. Value Points; very fine quality of bisque and modeling including little folded fist on left hand, fancy shoes. $600/800

261. French Walnut Drop-Leaf Table Laden with Dishes, Silver and Foods

7” (18 cm.) h. 11” diam when opened. The walnut drop-leaf table with spindled legs is set with a bounty of foods and drinks, including three porcelain dishes with various foods, silver tray of cutlery, four exquisite goblets with etched designs, serving gilt three-level tray, tray basket with two silver decanters, silver tea service comprising tray, teapot, sugar, creamer and spoons, and two silver plate urns. Excellent condition. French, circa 1875. $800/1100

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262. French Bisque Poupée in Lovely Early Gown

17” (43 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, blue glass enamel inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with delicately-accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French kid poupée body with gusset jointing at hips, knees and elbows. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: French, circa 1875. Value Points: the classic golden era poupée has splendid bisque and delicate complexion, wearing lovely early aqua silk gown. $1800/2300

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263. French Toy Loterie with Art Nouveau Styling and Toy Prizes

21” (53 cm.) Arranged to represent a toy stall in street bazaar with setback shelved arrangement centered by a large roulette wheel, having Art Nouveau-styled decorative paper at the base, blue painted backboard and blue-papered shelves with fringed edging, two mirrors at the back and a wide assortment of different “prizes” in the shape of miniature dolls and toys. Excellent condition, unplayed with. French, circa 1890. An unusual design of the popular French child’s entertainment with amusing novelty miniature prizes. $800/1100

264. Five German All-Bisque Bathing Beauties

3 ½” (9 cm.) -5”. Each is one-piece all-bisque figure of adult lady with sculpted hair and painted facial features, including: two nude ladies lying on stomach with up-tilted head (one with blue thigh-high stockings); one lady in blue chemise and thigh-high black stockings, seated on large chamber pot and offering a “surprise” view when turned around; and two ladies with blue and white painted swimsuits and painted bathing caps (the large with white dots and pink bow). Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1920. $500/700

265. French Bisque “Bébé Phonographe” Jumeau with Lioret Mechanism and Signed Shoes

25” (64 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, widely-arched brushstroked brows, roseblushed eye shadow, shaded nostrils, open mouth, shaded lips, six porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette hand-tied human hair wig over cork

pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, internal phonograph mechanism which operates by key-wind at back of torso. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau 11 (head).

Comments: Emile Jumeau in conjunction with Henri Lioret, the doll

266. French Paper Mache Pull Toy Bull Dog with Growler

19” (48 cm.) Of paper mache, the well-sculpted French bull dog with defined ribbing and muscles has flocked coat, black ears and eye outlined, freckled nose, glass eyes, hinged jaw with ferociously-painted teeth, hidden wheels under his feet, and a nodding head whose neck is hidden by a ruff and leather collar. The bull dog has an attached chain which, when pulled, causes him to growl. Excellent condition.

was marketed by Jumeau as “Bébé Phonographe”, circa 1892. Value Points: especially beautiful example of the rare doll, with lovely antique costume, one recording “La Mere Michel” and original signed Jumeau shoes. $4500/5500

French, circa 1890. $1200/1600

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2 ½” (6 cm.) -6 ½” diameters. The fancy coronets with rich gilt finish are designed with various filigree crests and are accented with faux-jewels including emeralds, rubies, diamonds and sapphires. Excellent condition. $800/1100

268. Two Early Baby Rattles Including Silver and Coral

5” (13 cm.) Each is silver repousse with whistle tips, one with coral stem and six dangling bells, and the other with mother-of-pearl stem and five dangling bells. Excellent condition. Mid-1800s. $500/600

269. Rare Exhibition-Size

French Bisque Portrait of Princess Elizabeth by SFBJ

32” (81 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass “flirty” eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, pierced ears, brunette handtied human hair wig, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Unis France 17 149. Comments:

SFBJ, Unis France epoch, circa 1938, a pair of exhibition-sized dolls representing the two young princesses of England, Elizabeth and Margaret, were made to publicize their official state visit to Paris in 1938; later smaller sizes of the models were sold in Paris department stores, but very few examples of the exhibition size were ever made or preserved; one set is in the Victoria and Albert Museum. Value Points: extremely rare doll in perfectly preserved condition, with original wig and original delicate organza gown with embroidered details, undergarments, stockings and shoes. $2500/3500

270. Rare French Bisque Exhibition Model of Princess

Elizabeth by SFBJ with Provenance

32” (81 cm.) Bisque socket head with original rosy complexion, blue glass eyes with dark eyeliner, real lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, long brunette hand-tied human hair wig. Condition: generally excellent, body repainted, 2 ½” original firing line on right side of forehead. Marks: Unis France 71 149 306 Jumeau 1938 Paris (head) Jumeau Paris Princess (impressed mark on body).

Comments: SFBJ, 1938, custom dolls representing the two young princesses, Elizabeth and Margaret were created by SFBJ in 1938 to commemorate their royal visit to France. Smaller sizes of the dolls were offered to the public, but this larger size of the dolls was Exhibition models only. Value Points: very rare doll is wearing her original organdy dress with embroidered flowers, and having coronet of flowers in her hair. The doll originally belonged to the child film star, Margaret O’Brien. Ex-collection Billie Nelson Tyrell. $2300/2800

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2” (5 cm.) 3 ½”. Each is all-bisque figure of seated child with sculpted curly blonde hair and facial features, seated in various poses with accessories, and having lacestiffened Dresden style dress, including one girl with parasol, one with rattle and one with ball. Excellent condition except some wear to Dresden lace. Germany, circa 1915. $400/500

272. French Bisque Bébé by Gaultier with Early Block Letter Markings

18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, lightly-painted lashes, feathered brows, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with modeled tongue tip between the outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F. 7 G, (block letters). Comments: Gaultier, circa 1882. Value Points: very beautiful doll with delicate complexion, luxury wig, original body and body finish, and wearing (some fabric wear) original ivory silk costume with lace trim, bonnet, undergarments, leather shoes. $4200/4800

273. Pair, Very Fine Ornate Four-Arm Crystal Chandeliers

6” (15 cm.) A matching pair of very ornate crystal chandeliers features dangling chains of cut crystals that suspend below the four-arm petal-shaped candle holders; dangling from each candle holder are prismatic teardrops. Excellent condition. 19th century. $2500/3500

274. Lot of Accessories for Doll Vignettes

5” (13 cm.) h. dome. Comprising an early blown glass dome with ebony base enclosed is a porcelain vase with hand-painted flowers; pair of 2 ½” silverplate candle holders with cherub figural designs on pedestals; gilt metal Art Nouveau style centerpiece with center bowl; brass easel back frame with ormolu embossed edging; and four smaller gilt or silvered easel back desk-top frames. Excellent condition. Late 1800s. $600/900

275. French Maitrise Model Chest of Drawers with Marble Top

11” (28 cm.) l. 9”h. The mahogany chest of drawers with bombe-shaped drawer fronts and chest sides has dove-tailed drawers, finely-grained drawer fronts with light wood pencil inlay around the edges, gilt bronze drawer pulls and mounts, and with dark grey marble top. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885, the fine workmanship indicates maitrise quality creation. $500/700

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276. French Maple Wood Doll’s Arm Chair and Marble Top Chest

10” (25 cm.) The maple wood chair with faux bamboo styling features arm chair and spindled back and legs, with woven rush seat. The maple

wood chest features three drawers, faux-bamboo edging and columns, two handkerchief drawers, and bracketed steepled mirror, with marble top. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885. $500/700

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277. French Bisque Early Portrait Bébé by Emile Jumeau

14” (36 cm.) Bisque socket head, very wide brown glass inset eyes known as “wrap-around”, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eyeshadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, shaded lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, little nose rub, hidden chips at bottom of neck socket, original body and body finish. Marks: (illegible number)/0 (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878. Value Points: rare earliest period Jumeau bébé with dramatic eyes. $4300/4800

278. Miniature Hand-painted Portrait of Jenny Lind in Bone Frame

5” (13 cm.) x 4”. A delicate gouache of a brunette-haired woman in profile, with heartshaped face, decorative roses in hair, lovely painted features, low-sloping shoulders, beautifully detailed gown with blue ribbons and lace, in oval frame that is enclosed within a larger bone frame. Excellent condition. Mid19th century. The image is a portrait of the beloved “Swedish Nightingale” Jenny Lind. $400/600

279. German Porcelain Tea Service “Garland of Flowers” in Original Box

5” (13 cm.) h. teapot. The porcelain service for six is of fine white porcelain with shaded pink background and a colorful garland of flowers on lidded teapot, lidded sugar, creamer, and six cups. Along with six matching saucers and plates, each with gilt edging. Excellent condition. Still presented in their original box. Germany, circa 1900. $300/400

280. Collection of Accessories for Larger Poupée

4” (10 cm.) l. fan. Comprising folding bone fan with ivory ribbon banding and exquisitely hand-painted floral and scenic details on both sides; woven burgundy reticule with silver bands and tassels; woven brown purses with silver beaded accents; turquoise bead necklace and earrings; two brass coronets with faux-jewel accents; pair of silk jersey elbow-length gloves; and round toilette box. Excellent condition. French, circa 1885, appropriately sized for accessorizing about 22” poupée. $700/900

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16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, brilliant blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, rose blushed eye shadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced ears, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, mariner costume and cap. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau Bte SGDG 7 (head)

Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body).

Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: pretty shy-face bébé with original body and body finish. $2400/2800

282. Petite French Bisque Character, Model 252, by SFBJ

9” (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with downcast pouty lips, blonde mohair wig, French composition and wooden fullyjointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: SFBJ 252 Paris 0. Comments: SFBJ, circa 1915. Value Points: wonderful bisque on the rare tiniest size of the pouty-faced character.

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283. French Bisque Art Character Doll Head by DeFuisseaux

5” (13 cm.) Solid domed bisque shoulderhead, painted facial features, shaded blue outlined eyes with white eye dots, brown eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with upturned lip corners, brunette mohair wig. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F 2. Comments: French, DeFuisseaux, circa 1910, from the French art reform doll movement of that era. Value Points: very distinctive modeling particularly of nose and throat hollows of the seldom-found doll. $400/500

284. Tiny French Bisque Polichinelle in Original Costume

5” (13 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead, painted facial features, closed mouth, blue eyes, blonde mohair wig, muslin body, bisque lower arms and legs. Condition: very good. Comments: French, circa 1885. Value Points:

the doll is wearing original (very frail) silk Polichinelle costume and is presented in original box. $300/400

285. French Bisque Bébé E.J. by Emile Jumeau with Early Signed Jumeau Shoes

19” (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, separately-modeled pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists, lovely burgundy silk costume with lace trim. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose E 8 J (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1884. Value Points: beautiful bébé with finest creamy bisque, original body and body finish, with original burgundy kidskin shoes with red silk rosettes signed “E. Jumeau”. $4200/4800

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3” (8 cm.) The firm-sided writing base with embossed brown leather cover that is gilt lettered “Papeterie” hinges open to fitted interior with various pens, seals, stationery, stamps and ink wells. Very good condition. French, circa 1875. $300/400

287. Pair of German Softpaste “Surprise” Figures

7” (18 cm.) Each is softpaste figure of young lady posed reclining on back to form a shallow tray, with painted facial features and costume. When tray is turned around, there is a surprise as the girl’s bottom is revealed. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1900. $300/400

288. Collection of Accessories for Bébés

7” (18 cm.) l, parasol. Comprising bone-handled parasol with black silk cover and bone tip; pair of fringed kidskin gloves; woven bonnet with black velvet banding; woven reticule (some fabric wear) with silver bead tassels; wooden box with bone handle; woven brown bonnet, unusual sac du voyage; wooden hinged box with blue silk lining containing crystal perfume bottle. Excellent condition. Late 1800s. $500/700

289. French Paper Mache Salon Dog with Lush Black Curly Mohair Coat

23” (58 cm.) The paper mache hollow body dog is posed reclining with extended paws, swivel head, upright ears, shaved muzzle, darkest brown

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290. Beautiful French Bébé by Emile Jumeau with Original Costume and Signed Jumeau Shoes

26” (66 cm.) Bisque socket head, deep blue glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, dark curly lashes, rose-blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with shaded and outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden fully-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Depose Tete Jumeau 12 (and artist checkmarks on head) Bébé Jumeau Diplome d’Honneur (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1888. Value Points: especially beautiful bisque and painting, gorgeous eyes, original body and body finish, wearing superb original dress with lace trim, undergarments, lace bonnet, with blue ribbons and black leather shoes signed “Paris Depose 12” with bee symbol. $3800/4200

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19” (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, large amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, mauve blushed eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined and shaded detail, separatelymodeled pierced ears, blonde mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists, lovely antique aqua silk costume.

Condition: generally excellent.

Marks: 3/EJ (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body).

Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1882, first era of the EJ model. Value Points: especially beautiful wide-eyed bébé with splendid amber eyes, choice complexion, original body and body finish. $4500/5500

292. Collection of Miniature Porcelain Accessories

The wonderful collection includes 6” three-tiered porcelain plates with brass edging arranged in gilt medal frame with three figural birds at the top rim; three porcelain plates with gilt metal frames and hand-painted detail; four various vases with hand-painted detail; pitcher with gilt edging; and Chinese porcelain bowl. Excellent condition. Late 1800s. $400/500

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294. Early French Linen Dress of Mauve and Brown Stripes

Of woven mauve and brown stripes, the onepiece dress features a rounded neckline, full sleeves achieved with box pleats, fitted waist, lace trim at neckline and cuffs and with decorative stitched-down lappets enhanced with silver buttons at the front bodice and skirt. 4” shoulders. For 17” poupée. Excellent condition. French, circa 1850. $400/500

295. Beautiful French Bisque Brown-Eyed Premiere Bébé by Emile Jumeau

14” (36 cm.) Bisque socket head with very delicate complexion, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, very delicate lashes and brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, shaded lips, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body with straight wrists, wearing purple silk dress, undergarments, leather shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (illegible size incised low on neck) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878, earliest period bébé. Value Points: the delicate complexion enhances the gentle expression of the rare early bébé, with original body and body finish. $3800/4200

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18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump lower cheeks, large brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, accented nostrils, closed mouth with very full outlined lips, impressed dimple at philtrum, separately-modeled pierced ears, auburn human hair wig over cork pate, French composition and wooden eightloose-ball jointed body with straight wrists, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: C (or 6) EJ (head) Jumeau Medaille d’Or Paris (body). Comments: Emile Jumeau, circa 1878, early premiere model with especially beautiful painting of lips. $5500/6500

297. English Mahogany Cupboard with Rare Cast Brass Edging

18” (46 cm.) h. 11”w. The mahogany cabinet with graduated depth shelving has arched crest and lower cabinet with glass doors. There is cast brass edging on the cabinet and shelf edges, and around the doors. Excellent condition. English, mid1800s, exceptional quality and unusual brass detailing. $600/800

298. Four Sets of 19th Century Miniature Candlesticks

1 ½” (4 cm.) -4”. Including three pairs of cast brass sticks in various sizes, along with two silver single candlestick holders with finger clasps and rich repousse details. Excellent condition. Mid/late 1800s. $300/400

299. Three German All-Bisque Bathing Beauties in Variation of Poses

5” (13 cm.) -6”. Each is one-piece all-bisque figure of woman, each posed lying on her back with stretched or folded legs, painted facial features, brunette mohair wig, painted blue slippers with ankle straps. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1920. $600/900

300. German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty in Original Swimsuit on Base

9” (23 cm.) One-piece all-bisque lady posed standing on original bisque base, her arms held behind her head, painted facial features gazing to the side, blonde mohair wig, wearing factory-original net swimsuit and turban. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. $500/700

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301. Rare German All-Bisque Googly with Jointed Elbows and Knees

8” (20 cm.) Chubby bisque swivel head on chubby bisque torso, brown glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, long painted lashes, single-stroke brows, tiny pug nose, little impish smile on closed mouth, loop-jointing at shoulders and hips, jointed elbows and knees, painted socks and brown onestrap shoes, brunette mohair wig. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 112 6 (head and torso). Comments: Kestner, circa 1915. Value Points: delightful googly with very rare jointing at elbows and knees, very fine quality of bisque. $1200/1600

302. Petite German Bisque Googly, Model 221, by Kestner

11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, rounded facial modeling with plump rosy cheeks, large round blue glass sideglancing googly eyes, dark eyeliner, painted curly upper lashes, side-angled feathered brows, tiny button-shaped nose, closed mouth with slightly upturned accented lips, brunette mohair wig,

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composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A made in Germany 5 JDK 221 Ges Gesch. Comments: Kestner, circa 1912. Value Points: rare petite size of the most endearing googly with original muslin cap and chemise. $2400/2800

303. German All-Bisque Crawling Baby Holding a Toy Bear

9” (23 cm.) One-piece all-bisque figure of baby in crawling pose, with painted facial features, blue sculpted stocking cap with tassel, and blue sculpted smock falling open at his back, a bisque toy bear on wheels held between his arms. Excellent condition. Germany, attributed to Hertwig, circa 1910. $200/300

304. German Feather Tree with Blown Glass Ornaments

23” (58 cm.) The feather tree is mounted on original wooden decorated tree base, and is decorated with garlands, glass ball ornaments, and other paper and tinsel vintage ornaments. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1920. $500/700

305. American Cloth “Philadelphia Baby” for J.B. Sheppard Store of Philadelphia

20” (51 cm.) All-cloth doll with pressed and oil-painted facial features and brown hair with delicate stippling onto forehead, deeply-defined eye sockets, brown painted eyes, feathered brown brows, fringed upper lashes, accented nostrils, stitched ears, closed mouth with very full lips, stockinette stitch-jointed body, oil-painted lower arms and legs, bare feet, antique costume appears original. Condition: generally excellent.

Comments: known as the “Philadelphia Baby”, the distinctive doll was commissioned for the J.B. Sheppard Department Store of Philadelphia toward the end of the 19th century; the quality of artistry and

workmanship is superb and distinctive, yet the actual maker remains unknown. Value

Points: rarely found American doll with superb sculpting details and perfectly-preserved original painted finish. $1700/2100

306. Rare and Important American Cloth “Columbian Doll” by Emma Adams

21” (53 cm.) All-cloth doll with oil-painted face and forehead curls, flat-dimensional face with shaded complexion, outlined blue eyes with defined pupils and white eye dots, short-stroke brows, outlined nose, painted mouth with shaded and outlined lips, brown scallopedged curly bangs, muslin stitch-shaped body with oil-painted lower arms and legs, nice antique costume is likely original.

Condition: generally excellent, original finish with few typical rubs. Marks: (faint traces of maker stamp).

Comments: Emma Adams of upstate New York, whose doll was entered into competition at the important 1893 Columbian International Exposition in where it was the first American doll to be awarded the Gold Medal at any international exposition, an honor previously bestowed mostly on French doll firms such as Jumeau; hence, its name of Columbian Doll. Value Points: a pivotal doll in American doll history, that is happily enhanced by its great appeal and fine artistry of painting. $1200/1800

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307. German Candy Container “George Washington on Horseback” in Original Costume

7” (18 cm.) Seated upon a paper mache horse with dappled flannel-

hide, amber glass eyes, flannel blanket and leatherette harness is a bisque head man depicting George Washington with painted blue eyes, closed mouth, white mohair wig, wooden block torso and lower limbs, painted black boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: bisque doll from the historical series of Dressel, circa 1892, in original candy container presentation with removable head on horse to allow for candy storage. Value Points: excellent bisque characterization with strong angular face and nose, original flannel costume of the American hero. $1200/1500

308. German Wax Doll in Patriotic Costume with Abraham Lincoln Provenance

14” (36 cm.) Wax-over-paper-mache shoulderhead, blue glass inset eyes, painted

lashes, brows and lips, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, muslin body, paper-mache lower arms and legs, painted boots. Condition: fair, although preserved under a glass dome, the wax has typical scratches and fading. Comments: circa 1865, the doll wears a unique Stars and Stripes costume of silk satin with applique paper stars, matching cap and carries a very, very tattered American silk flag. Accompanying the doll is an issue of The Philadelphia Inquirer dated April 20, 1865 devoted to the assassination and funeral ceremonies of Abraham Lincoln. According to oral history, the doll was presented to Georgianna and Maurice Barrymore by Mary Todd Lincoln, and it remained in the Barrymore family until its acquisition by collector Carole Jean Zvonar from whose collection it was subsequently sold in 2007. Value Points: an intriguing doll with fascinating historical connections, original costume and early tattered flag. $900/1200

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27” (69 cm.) Sculpted head of Santa Claus with ruddy cheeks, blue glass side-glancing eyes, with original white fur beard, sculpted hands, with one hand clasping a feather tree decorated with tinsel and glass balls, and the other with a pointing finger, the original red felt flannel hooded suit encloses a cardboard-wrapped torso with mechanism, paper-mache larger feet. Condition: generally excellent, mechanism is intact but needs adjustment. Circa 1920. $800/1100

310. German Mohair Teddy Bear by Steiff with Rare Original Muzzle

12” (30 cm.) Mohair teddy bear with excelsior filling, hump back, felt paw pads, black shoe-button eyes and brown stitched nose, stitchedon ears. The teddy has original early metal button in ear and has original leather collar, muzzle and leash. Fair/good condition, mohair and felt paw pads worn, but in original as found condition. Germany, Steiff, circa 1915. $400/500

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311. German Bisque Character, “Marie” by Kammer and Reinhardt from the Art Character Reform Movement

20” (50 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump cheeks and pouting solemn expression, painted facial features, deeply defined eyelids, painted upperglancing blue eyes, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with full lips, brunette mohair wig in side-coiled braids, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, typical wig pulls at back of head under wig. Marks: K*R 101 50. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910, “Marie” from their art character reform series. Value Points: outstanding quality of modeling with well-defined features, finest bisque and painting, enhancing lip glaze, original body finish, fine antique costume includes white fur coat and cap, dress, woolen leggings and mittens, leather shoes. $2800/3400

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22” (56 cm.) All-cloth doll with pressed and oil-painted complexion and facial features, outlined brown eyes, fringed thick lashes and brows, accented nostrils of upturned nose, closed mouth, blushed cheeks, sewn-on ears, impressed cheek dimples, original brunette stitched-on yarn wig, stitch-jointed arms and legs, painted blue ankle boots, antique cotton dress, pinafore, blue sunbonnet, undergarments. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (Ella Smith stamp on body). Comments: Ella Smith’s Alabama Baby, circa 1910. Value Points: the wigged example is rarely found, this example with original stitched-on yarn hair, wonderful facial painting with rare brown eyes. $1100/1300

313. American Cloth “Alabama Baby” by Ella Smith with Rare Bobbed Hair Style

14” (36 cm.) All-cloth doll with stiffened oil-painted facial features and hair in short bobbed fashion, painted brown eyes with black outlined and painted all-around lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, accented lips, muslin stitch-jointed body with oilpainted hands and painted peach shoes, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: The Ella Smith Doll Manufacturers of the Alabama Baby. Comments: Ella Smith, circa 1910. Value Points: rare model of the American studio cloth doll with all-original painting and finish, rarer bobbed hair model. $700/900

314. German Wooden Noah’s Ark with Wooden Animals

22” (56 cm.) The wooden Noah’s Ark with painted finish including stenciled architectural designs has a hinged lid which opens for storage of the wooden hand-carved animals which are included. There are 50 animals (24 pairs and 2 singles) which include birds, pigs, horses, cows, wolves, foxes and more, as well as 5 people. Each animal and person has well-detailed painted finish. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1885. $800/1100

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20” (51 cm.) All-cloth doll with flatdimensional facial features, three-seamed head lending a very particular shape of crown, oil-painted complexion, facial features and hair, painted blue eyes with all-around eyeliner, single-stroke brows, outlined nose, closed mouth, brown painted curls with scalloped edging around the forehead, stitch-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, oil-painted lower arms and legs, bare feet, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Columbian Doll presented by Emma Adams at the Columbian Exposition of 1892, created in her cottage industry in New York, notably became the first American doll to win the prestigious Gold Medal. Value Points: very artistic and wonderfullypreserved painting in the manner of early American oil paintings. The doll has a blue ribbon award. $1100/1600

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14” (36 cm.) All wooden carved doll, socket head, sculpted hair in short bobbed style, the hair waved back and held by a sculpted blue hair bow, brown painted eyes with black pupils and white eye dots, tinted brows, accented nostrils of rounded nose, closed mouth in smiling expression with row of beaded teeth, all-spring jointed

body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Schoenhut Doll Pat. Jan. 17th, 1911 USA. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1912, model 101. Value Points: rare model with wonderful smiling expression enhanced by impressed dimples and philtrum, painted teeth, and rare hair style with blue hair bow, original knit union suit. $1100/1300

316.1. American Wooden Glass-Eyed Bulldog by Schoenhut

6” (15 cm.) All-wooden carved bulldog in painted white coat with black spots on face and back, glass inset eyes, black painted nose and mouth, leather ears, jointed legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: American, Schoenhut, circa 1910. Value Points: fine original painting with endearing facial expression, rarer glass eyes, leather ears and original red leather collar. $400/600

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8” (20 cm.) Each is all-wooden including Farmer with painted hair and facial features including goatee and wearing factory-original costume. Along with glass eye cow with leather ears and collar, rope tail, wooden udder, and cow bell. Generally excellent. Schoenhut, circa 1910. $1100/1500

317. American Wooden Mannequin Doll by Schoenhut in Football Uniform

19” (48 cm.) Carved wooden socket head depicting slender-faced adult man, sculpted reddish/brown hair swept behind the ears, deepintaglio blue eyes with well-defined crinkles around the sockets, pronounced nose, closed mouth with primly set lips, all-wooden slender elongated body with spring-jointed limbs, swivel waist. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1915, the doll, depicting a young adult man, was intended originally as a “Manikin for Students of Fine Art, or as Dressed Figure for Window Display” according to the 1914 Schoenhut catalog; its body style closely resembles the wooden art mannequins that had been made in Germany for nearly 200 years. Value Points: very rare model by Schoenhut with wonderfully-sculpted face and extra details of articulation, the model is costumed (partially original) in early football uniform. $1700/2300

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318. German Bisque Pouting Character, Model 115, “Phillip” with Sculpted Hair by K*R

15” (38 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head with light brown sculpted hair having pronounced forelock detail, small blue glass sleep eyes, short painted lashes, one-stroke short brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, downcast lips in pouting expression, composition and wooden balljointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R S&H 115/38. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1915, the model was marketed by the firm as “Phillip”, inspired by an early Flemish sculpture by Francois Duquesnoy. Value Points: especially fine sculpting detail of facial lines, fret lines around the eyes and chin, and sculpting detail of hair with enhancing decorative glaze. $1800/2300

319. German Bisque Closed Mouth Child Doll by Kestner

14” (36 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5. Comments: Kestner, circa 1886. Value Points: very dear pert expression, choice bisque, original body and body finish. $600/800

320. German Bisque Closed Mouth Child, Model 134 by Kestner with Glass Eyes

11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, narrow blue glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, short feathered curly brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with primly-set outlined lips, impressed dimples at lip corners, philtrum and chin, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, original body and body finish. Marks: 134 0. Comments: Kestner, circa 1912. Value Points: wonderful impudent expression enhanced by finest bisque and painting, beautiful original soft mohair wig and antique costume, desirable sleep eyes variation. $1200/1600

321. German Bisque Brown-Complexioned

Closed Mouth Child Known as “A.T. Kestner”

15” (38 cm.) Bisque socket head, rich brown complexion, amber brown glass paperweight inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, black brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with coal shaded lips, pierced ears, black mohair wig, brown composition and wooden eight-loose-ball jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 10. Comments: Kestner, circa 1882, the doll closely resembles the French bébé A.T. whose market it sought to capture. Value Points: rare and beautiful doll, with flawless bisque, lovely amber eyes, original body, antique costume and bonnet. $1700/2100

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322. German Bisque Character, “Jutta” by Simon & Halbig for Dressel

19” (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, small blue glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils of tiny rounded nose, open mouth, outlined lips, two porcelain upper teeth, tongue, brunette mohair wig, composition ball-jointed toddler body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Jutta 1914 10. Comments: Simon and Halbig for Dressel, circa 1914. Value Points: wonderful expression of childlike wonder with fine dewy patina of complexion, original body and body finish. $500/700

323. German Bisque Toddler with Red Mohair Wig, Model 1407, “Baby Bo-Kaye” by Joseph Kallus

7” (18 cm.) Bisque socket head with pronounced plump cheeks, tiny brown glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, tinted brows, accented nostrils of tiny nose, open mouth with outlined lips, two porcelain lower teeth, blonde mohair wig, composition toddler body. Condition: generally excellent, the doll has early Vogue signed body. Marks: 1407 16 Germany. Comments: the sweet toddler was designed by the American artist Joseph Kallus, trademarked as “Baby Bo-Kaye” and commissioned from Germany, circa 1927. Value Points: rare model designed by named artist, with fine luminous bisque, most endearing expression. $500/600

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7” (18 cm.) Bisque socket head with pronounced plump cheeks, tiny blue glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, tinted brows, accented nostrils of tiny nose, open mouth with outlined lips, two porcelain lower teeth, brunette mohair bobbed wig, composition five-piece toddler body, painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1407 16 Germany. Comments: the sweet toddler was designed by the American artist Joseph Kallus, trademarked as “Baby Bo-Kaye” and commissioned by George Borgfeldt from Germany, circa 1927. Value Points: rare model with original body and with original paper label “Baby Bokaye Copr. by J.L. Kallus”. $500/600

325. German All-Bisque “Bonnie Babe” with Original Paper Label

6” (15 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head, sculpted brown curly hair, blue glass sleep eyes, tinted brows, open mouth, two porcelain lower teeth, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted white socks and blue shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Bonnie Babe copr. by Georgene Averill (original paper label). Comments: “Bonnie Babe”, the trademarked doll sculpted by American artist, Georgene Averill, circa 1920, and made in Germany under commission from George Borgfeldt. Value Points: especially fine quality of sculpting on the cheerful toddler, original paper label. $600/800

326. German Bisque Smiling Character, Model 550, by Marseille in Original Costume

18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, small brown glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted short lashes, one-stroke brows, closed mouth with accented lips posed in gentle smile, impressed dimples at corners of mouth, blonde mohair wig, original composition and wooden balljointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Germany 550 A 4 M DRGM. Comments: Marseille, circa 1915. Value Points: very fine quality of bisque and painting, the doll wears original costume comprising muslin dress, undergarments, matching bonnet, cream kidskin shoes, woven socks. $1100/1300

327. Outstanding French Wooden Exhibition “Menagerie” from Au Nain Bleu

50” (127 cm.) h. x 56” w. x 18”d. An elaboratelyconstructed wooden exhibition zoological cage features round-front cages at either side, that are flanking three smaller flat-front cages. The entire exhibition rests upon a wooden frame fronted by silver-chained stanchions, there is definition of brick and stone work, rounded roofs, and fretwork carving. The back wall of each cage has hand-painted designs of African jungle, and has an opening door. On exhibition at the zoo are a number of exotic animals, each of paper mache with hand-painted finish and details, each with glass eyes, from 5”-9”, including: brown bear, black bear, and white polar bear, four striped tigers, one spotted leopard, two pumas, and the very rare and exotic white tiger which was first recorded in the 19th century and became widely popular. Excellent condition, perfectly preserved, the Menagerie was an exhibition display model in the famous Parisian toy store of Au Nain Bleu during the mid/latter 19th century, and remained in their archives until very recent years when the store closed its doors forever. $6000/8000

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328. English Wooden Cased Sand Toy, “Blondin, the World’s Greatest Acrobat”

10” (25 cm.) x 8”. The wooden-cased sand toy features a lithographed scene of stage and audience, set back under glass, while in front of the scene is a figure of a man, articulated at shoulders and hips, balanced on a hidden metal rod. When the case is turned around twice, the funneling of the hidden sand supply allows the man to rapidly twist and turn. Excellent condition. The toy is labeled “Blondin, The World’s Greatest Acrobat”, in deference to Jean-Francois Gravelet (18241897) known as The Great Blondin, whose was known during his lifetime as the most famous tightrope dancer in the world including crossing the Niagara Gorge. English, attributed to Brown, Blondin & Co, 1860s who also produced a similar sand toy of the “Leotard Acrobat”. $700/900

329. Pair, American Portrait Dolls in Hungarian Costumes by W.P.A.

16” (41 cm.) Each has firmly-modeled paper mache head with painted facial features and brown hair, cloth body, depicting an adult man and woman. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Missouri WPA Museum Project (tag on woman) Hungarian Man 857 (hand lettered cloth tag on man). Comments: W.P.A. circa 1933, as part of the Federal Artists Project to provide work during the Depression era by preserving details of American immigrant history. Value Points: the pair are wearing exceptionally detailed folklore costume with rich embroidery. $600/900

330. Very Rare American Folk Art Birthing Day from WPA of Depression Era

17” (43 cm.) Oil-painted complexion and facial features over very firm sculpting material, red yarn hair, adult woman-shaped and detailed torso with stomach cap opening to hollow interior and nestled unborn baby, with buttonjointed shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: an old hand-written paper label on the back says, “This doll is one of several made by WPA workers in Fla (1935) under supervision of Miss Julia Graves, RN, to be used in instructing the ignorant mid-wives, both male and female.

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331. German Paper Mache Glass-Eyed Gentleman with Walking Mechanism

15” (38 cm.) Paper mache socket head of aged gentleman with fretful expression, blue glass eyes, painted age wrinkles, closed mouth, brunette human hair with attached brown felt hat, composition body with jointing at shoulders, elbows and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1885, when legs move back and forth, the head turns from side to side. Value Points: unusual expression, mechanism, and wearing original villager gentleman costume. $400/500

332. Grodnertal

Doll as

with Basket of Wares and Dolls

13” (33 cm.) Carved wooden doll with painted hair with shaded detail, tiny painted facial features, dowel-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Grodnertal, late 1800s. Value Points: wearing antique peddler costume and cape, the doll is carrying woven basket which contains an assortment of wares including sewing novelties, trinkets, and miniature peg-wooden dolls, preserved on ebony base under glass dome. $800/1200

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333. German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 1159, by Simon and Halbig

21” (53 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with shapely bosom and waist.

Condition: generally excellent, baby finger chipped on left hand. Marks: 1159 S&H Dep 8 Germany (head) Heinrich Handwerck Germany (body). Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: beautiful lady with Edwardian ivory silk and lace gown, lady body, original upswept mohair wig. $1200/1500

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(71 cm.) h. x 23”w. x 10”d. The simply-framed wooden dollhouse with gabled roof line (concealing attic room) hinges open at the front to reveal three rooms which are bountifully-filled with fifteen small bisque dolls along with more tiny bisque dolls which serve as their playthings, other numerous playthings and toys, baby carriages, Christmas tree, pets, and furnishings including maple wood dining room set with upholstered chair seats along with lamps, dishes, and decorative accessories. Victorian, late 1800s, a wonderful scene of childhood. $4500/5500

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335. German Bisque Art Character, Model 101, “Marie”, by Kammer and Reinhardt

20” (50 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted blue eyes with heavy eyelids, thick black upper eyeliner, one-stroke brows, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, original body finish. Marks: K*R 101 49. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910, the model “Marie” from the firm’s art character series. Value Points: especially fine quality of bisque enhances the strongly modeled wistful expression, fine antique blue woolen mariner costume and cap. $1400/1800

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6” (15 cm.) Each has one-piece bisque torso and oversized head with bald pate, painted O-shaped googly-like blue eyes, little button nose, tiny closed mouth with downcast lips, chubby blushed cheeks, white sculpted and painted smock, and with loop-jointed arms, and unusual jointing of legs into the lower torso. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (faded original paper labels). Comments: Germany, circa 1915, the figures were designed by American artist, Charles Twelvetrees, who had made his fame designing character-like children for postcards and books. Value Points: wonderful characters, he with painted blue slippers, she with painted pink slippers. $500/600

337. German Glass-Eyed Paper-Mache Doll with Moustache and Original Costume

11” (28 cm.) Paper mache shoulderhead with sculpted brown side-parted hair in boyish fashion, blue glass inset eyes, painted upper lashes and brows, closed mouth, sculpted curly moustache, firmly stuffed muslin body with paper mache lower arms and legs, painted coral heeled boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Unzerbrechlich & Waschbar (red lettering on front shoulderplate, indicating unbreakable and washable).

Comments: Germany, circa 1880. Value Points: rare glass eyes and sculpted moustache, original finish and wearing original mariner costume, carrying wooden articulated doll with painted sailor costume. $600/800

338. Exceptionally Large German Bisque Doll in Philadelphia Fireman’s Uniform, with Provenance

42” (107 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows with sculpting detail, accented eye corners and nostrils, open mouth, shaded and accented lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: D made in Germany 20 142. Comments: Kestner, circa 1900. Value Points: largest size of this model, having fine bisque and original body finish, wearing antique blue woolen fireman’s uniform with silver buttons embossed “Philadelphia F.D.” along with original fireman’s hat. The hat bears the emblem of “Wm Horstmann Company, Philadelphia”, and the jacket and pants have the label of “Wm. Leopold, 6th & South St, Philadelphia”. The doll was displayed in the tailor shop window of Leopold at the turn of the last century, a model for the tailor-made uniforms available from that shop, until its acquisition by Carole Jean Zvonar and its later auction to only one other owner. $2400/2800

339. Walnut Miniature Cupboard and Mirrored Cabinet with Fretwork Carving

16” (41 cm.) h. cabinet. Of dark walnut, comprising cupboard with double doors and fitted niches on the upper second shelf above cutlery drawers and two lower cupboards; and matching smaller cabinet with mirrored top. Each piece has elaborate fretwork carving on the doors, wooden ball feet, and tiny bone knobs. There is a porcelain teapot, sugar and creamer in the cupboard. Excellent condition. Mid-1800s.

$500/700

340. Sonneberg Bisque Doll with Closed Mouth

12” (30 cm.) Bisque swivel head on kid-edged bisque shoulderplate, large brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, dark eyeliner, rose blushed eye shadow, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, kid body with gussetjointing at hips, knees and elbows, bisque lower arms. Marks: 3 (head and shoulderplate). Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1882, the doll closely resembles French bébés of the era whose market it sought to capture. Value Points: lovely doll with dramatic large eyes, fine painting complexion and eye shadow. $1100/1300

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341. German Bisque Child Doll, Model 939, Rare Closed Mouth Variation

20” (51 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass inset eyes with darker blue iris rims, painted lashes, brushstroked feathered brows, closed mouth with impressed dimples at lip corners, dimpled chin and philtrum, pierced ears, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, jointed wrists. Marks: S 16 H 939. Condition: generally excellent, body is appropriately sized but may not be original. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: beautiful eyes

342. Sonneberg Bisque Closed Mouth Doll with Beautiful Antique Costume

23” (58 cm.) Bisque socket head with very full cheeks, dark blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brushstroked brows, shaded nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with accented lips, impressed dimple at philtrum and chin, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig, Sonneberg composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: DEP 11. Comments: Sonneberg, circa 1890. Value Points: beautiful bisque and painting, brilliant eyes, original body and body finish, fine antique aqua silk dress with lace trim, bonnet, undergarments. $1100/1500

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by Martha Thompson

21” (53 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead of Queen Elizabeth II at the time of her inauguration, sculpted short brown hair in wavy curls, sculpted crown and necklace, painted blue upper-glancing eyes, red and black eyeliner, painted lashes, lightly feathered brows, strong nose, closed mouth with firmly set lips, muslin body, porcelain lower limbs, painted silver heeled shoes, blue brocade gown. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: MDT Elizabeth II 1953 (head) Comments: portrait model of the young Queen of which the

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royal family noted there was “no objection” but could not give official approval. Value Points: beautiful portrait with superbly painted features, the sculpted and painted crown and necklace enhanced with appliqued rhinestone “diamonds”. $700/900

344. American Bisque Portrait

Doll of Caroline by Martha Thompson

10” (25 cm.) Bisque portrait

shoulderhead of young child with sculpted short brown hair, blue painted eyes, curly painted lashes, closed mouth, plump chubby cheeks, cloth body, bisque lower limbs with painted white shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: MDT. Comments: portrait of Caroline Kennedy as young girl by American doll artist, Martha Thompson, circa 1960. Value Points: the wonderfully rendered portrait is wearing original white dress with blue smocking and undergarments. $300/400

345. American Bisque Portrait Doll of Princess Caroline by Martha Thompson

10” (25 cm.) Bisque portrait

shoulderhead of young child with sculpted short curly hair and painted tiny blue eyes, cloth body, bisque lower limbs with painted blue shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: MDT. Comments: portrait of the mid-century royal princess by famed NIADA artist, Martha Thompson, circa 1960. Value Points: very fine detail of modeling, the doll wears original smocked dress and undergarment. $300/400

346. American Bisque Portrait of Grace Kelly

by Martha Thompson

21” (53 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead portraying the young Grace Kelly, having elegant elongated throat and uplifted head, sculpted blonde

hair in looped chignon, sculpted pierced ears, painted blue eyes with enhancing glaze, red and black upper eyeliner, fringed lashes and brows, aquiline nose, closed mouth, muslin body, porcelain arms and legs, pink heeled shoes, beautifully costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: M. Thompson 1957 (head) Martha P. Thompson 15 Sunset Road Wellesley Mass (body). Comments: portrait doll of Princess Grace by Martha Thompson, 1957. Value Points: details include sculpted white pearl necklace, and wearing original flocked print dress; few models in this grand size were made by the esteemed artist. $800/1000

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347. Large German Bisque Character, 1428, by Simon and Halbig

22” (56 cm.) Bisque socket head, small blue glass sleep eyes, painted fringed upper lashes, one-stroke tapered brows, rounded nose, closed mouth with shaded and accented lips, brunette mohair wig, composition bent limb baby body, well costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1428 15. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1912. Value Points: rare large size of the well-modeled character with deeply impressed dimples around the eyes and mouth, very fine quality of bisque enhancing the impish expression. $1100/1300

348. Two German Mohair Pets by Steiff

Each is mohair with painted details, including 9” (excluding tail) tabby kitten with swivel head, green glass eyes, pink embroidered nose, jointed limbs; and 6”h. spotted pup with swivel head, amber glass eyes, open mouth with felt lining, black embroidered nose tip. Excellent condition. Germany, Steiff, circa 1950s. $400/500

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349. German Bisque Character with Pouty Expression, Model 1488, by Simon and Halbig

10” (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with very full lips, shaded and highlighted lips with enhancing decorative glaze, blonde mohair wig, composition fivepiece baby body, antique baby bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1488 Simon & Halbig 3. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1912. Value Points: rare model with closed mouth, pouty expression, exceptional quality of bisque and painting, original wig, body, body finish. $1200/1500

350. German Bisque Googly, 9573, by Gebruder Heubach

7” (18 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with impish smile, brunette human hair, five-piece paper mache body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 9573 Heubach (square) Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915. Value Points: rare googly model with winsome expression. $400/500

351. Fine Large Size of the Rare German Bisque Portrait of Princess Elizabeth

23” (58 cm.) Bisque socket head with rounded facial shape depicting a beaming faced child, small blue glass sleep eyes in almond shape, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, slightly parted lips with accented details, four porcelain teeth, blonde mohair bobbed wig, composition five-piece chubby toddler body, wearing yellow cotton ruffled dress that appears original, undergarments, shoes, socks, straw hat. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Porzellanfabrick Burggrub Princess Elizabeth 6 ½ made in Germany DRGM. Comments: Arthur Schoneau, 1931/2, the doll was made for two years only, in three sizes, this being the largest. Representing Princess Elizabeth at the age of three the doll was sculpted by

German artist Caesar Schneider, and received the approval of the British royal family (the story of the doll is told in Cieslik’s German Doll Studies, page 309). Value Points: rare largest size, superior bisque and painting, unique model, wonderful body details on toddler body, including framed postcard of a child holding the doll as a birthday gift, the doll wearing this costume. Ex-Collection Puppen & Spielzeug Museum. $1200/1800

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352. Outstanding All-Original German Bisque Hilda, Size 20, by Kestner in Original Wooden Box

25” (64 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, shaded and accented lips, two porcelain teeth, blonde fleeced hair over plaster pate, composition bent-limb baby body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Q made in Germany 20 237 JDK Jr. 1914. Hilda. Comments: Kestner, circa 1914, their signature trademark doll of that year. Value Points: outstanding quality of bisque, sculpture and painting on the large model of the gentle-faced child, presented in absolutely pristine condition in its original wooden packing box with Kestner paper label. $1800/2400

353. German Mohair Dressed Bunny “Nikili” by Steiff

15” (38 cm.) including ears. Of light brown mohair, posed in standing human-like manner, with swivel head, upright stitched ears, amber glass eyes, pink embroidered nose, open mouth with pink felt lining, discjointed arms, orange felt feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Nikili (Steiff original paper label with Eulan back label) 735 (yellow cloth tag and Steiff button in ear). Comments: Germany, Steiff, circa 1950s. Value Points: wearing original felt and cotton costume. $300/400

354. Outstanding All-Original German Bisque Hilda, Size 20, by Kestner in Original Wooden Box

25” (64 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked and multi-feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, shaded and accented lips, two porcelain teeth,

blonde fleeced hair over plaster pate, composition bent-limb baby body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Q made in Germany 20 237 JDK Jr. 1914. Hilda. Comments: Kestner, circa 1914, their signature trademark doll of that year. Value Points: outstanding quality of bisque, sculpture and painting on the large model of the gentlefaced child, presented in absolutely pristine condition in its original wooden packing box with Kestner paper label. $1800/2400

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355. Very Fine Dresden Porcelain Bowl with Cherubs and Dresden Flower Decoration

16” (41 cm.) The heavy porcelain oval-shaped bowl with gilt-edged lattice rim is resting on a wide porcelain base upon which are playfully posed six porcelain cherubs with brown sculpted hair in short curly fashion and painted facial features; colorful Dresden flowers and leaves are arranged between the cherubs, and the bowl interior is decorated with hand-painted colorful flowers. Excellent condition, few typical tiny flakes on Dresden flowers. Germany, circa 1890. $500/700

356. German Porcelain Lady Doll with Blue Bow Collar and Pierced Ears

17” (43 cm.) Porcelain shoulderhead with black sculpted hair waved away from her face and arranged with a large pouf of curls at the forehead, then drawn behind the fully-sculpted pierced ears into ringlet curls that tumble just to her shoulders, and also form a chignon at the back of her head; with painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single stroke brows, circle accents at nostrils, closed mouth, modeled bodice with delineation of tucks and trim, and having a sculpted blue bow and blue buttons; old muslin stitch-jointed body, antique gown and undergarments. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1875. Value Points: fancy coiffure with stippling details around the forehead, pierced ears, fancy bodice. $500/800

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357. Rare German Porcelain Taufling Baby with Sculpted Bonnet

5” (13 cm.) One-piece shoulderhead with sculpted ruffled edged bonnet, painted facial features, blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, single stroke brows, closed mouth, peg-jointed porcelain arms, hands folded in small fists, twill-wrapped bellows torso, porcelain lower torso and plump legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1865. Value Points: rarity factors include sculpted bonnet and twill-wrapped body. $500/700

358. Pair, German Porcelain Boy and Girl Playing Grown-Up

10” (25 cm.) Each is heavy porcelain figure of young child posed standing on platform, wearing white decorated smocks, and dress-up costumes to appear as grown-ups, he with Papa’s over-sized shoes, top hat and umbrella, and she with Mama’s fancy bonnet and shawl. The bases are lettered “Mama” or “Papa”. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1885, exceptional quality of all-around modeling enhances the amusing and endearing scene. $600/800

359. German Porcelain Half-Doll “Lady with Bonnet of Dresden Roses”

5” (13 cm.) Waist-up porcelain figure of lad with sculpted wide-brimmed bonnet having inner garland of eight Dresden roses, large brown ribbon ties and bow, painted facial features, arms extended as though to tie the bow, sculpted elbow-length gloves and puffed sleeve bodice with fancily-painted flowers. Excellent condition, few tiny typical flakes on Dresden leaves. Germany, circa 1910. $400/500

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360. German Bisque Googly, Model 221, by Kestner

13” (33 cm.) Bisque socket head with plump rounded face, large brown glass side-glancing googly eyes, dark eyeliner, painted side lashes, angled shaded brows, tiny button-shaped nose, closed mouth with watermelon-slice-shaped smile, brunette mohair bobbed wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body. Condition: bisque excellent, body is not original. Marks: F made in Germany 10 JDK 221 Ges Gesch. Comments: Kestner, circa 1910.

Value Points: very fine modeling, complexion, and painted features on the sought after googly. $2200/2500

361. English Brown Velvet Pup with Googly-Like Eyes

9” (23 cm.) The firmly-stuffed brown velvet pup has unusual stitchshaped muzzle, stitched-on large upright ears, glass rounded eyes of unusual shape, and is posed seated on back haunches. Excellent condition. English, 1930s. $200/300

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10” (25 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass side-glancing googly eyes, dark eyeliner, fringed upper lashes, side-angled brows with ochre shading, button-shaped nose with accented nostrils, closed mouth with watermelon-slice smile, brunette mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A made in Germany 5 JDK 221 Ges Gesch. Comments: rare petite size of the impish googly with very choice bisque and painting, original body and body finish, original wig and pate. $2800/3400

9” (23 cm.) All-bisque doll with one piece bisque head and torso, sculpted short brown curly hair with forelock curl, brown orange hair ribbon, painted facial features, brown side glancing eyes, accented nostrils, closed mouth with row of painted teeth, loopjointed bisque arms and legs, painted white socks and brown one strap shoes with little bows. Condition: generally excellent, one

painted shoes and hair band. $400/500

364. German Bisque Googly, Model 133, by Herm Steiner

7” (18 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with impish little smile, brunette mohair wig, fivepiece paper mache body with painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 133 German HS (intertwined) 1. Comments: Herm Steiner, circa 1920. Value Points: most endearing impish smile complements the wide googly eyes, original body and body finish, original factory costume. $400/500

7” (18 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep and side-glancing googly eyes, painted lashes, short feathered brows, tiny round nose with accent dots, tiny closed mouth, auburn mohair wig, five-piece composition toddler body with painted socks and shoes, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Elisabeth 6/0 Heubach (in square) Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1920. Value Points: rare model with delightful expression. $700/900

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363. German All-Bisque Child Doll, Model 10499, by Gebruder Heubach

small retouch on left upper arm. Marks: 10499

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365. Delightful German Bisque Googly, “Elisabeth”, by Gebruder Heubach

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good condition. Schoenhut, from the Humpty Dumpty Circus, circa 1915. $1100/1400

368. American Wooden Characters from Schoenhut’s HumptyDumpty Circus

8” (20 cm.) Each is carved wood, including Black Dude with two-part head, painted features, original costume; Clown with two-part head wearing original uniform with deck of cards symbols; glass-eyed poodle with cloth mane, rope tail, open mouth; along with white stool, barrel, balance stool, and white barrel stool. Good/very good condition. American, from the Humpty-Dumpty circus, circa 1915. $800/1100

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369. Galloping Wooden Carousel Horse in Rare Child’s Size

26” (66 cm.) h. 30”l. The all-wooden carved horse is posed as though galloping, with painted finish, glass eyes, deeply carved detail of mane and tail, and having very colorful saddle and saddle blanket. Excellent condition. Early 20th century. $1100/1300

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371. American Wooden Circus Animals, Clown and Accessories

8” (20 cm.) Featured in the Humpty-Dumpty Circus were these animals: striped zebra with glass eyes and rope tail; brown horse with glass eyes, rope tail, leather saddle and harness; goat with glass eyes, open mouth, leather tail, horns, and ears; along with clown with two-part head and original costume, balancing stool, barrel, hoop, flags, two umbrellas, and catalog pages. Very good/excellent condition. Schoenhut, Humpty-Dumpty Circus, circa 1915. $1100/1200

370. American Wooden Child

Doll

“Miss Dolly” by Schoenhut with Wooden Pull Toy

15” (38 cm.) Carved wooden socket head, decal/painted brown eyes, black upper eyeliner, painted lashes and brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with painted teeth, brunette tacked-on mohair bobbed wig, wooden springjointed body, wearing original knit union suit. Marks: (original decal Schoenhut label on torso). Comments: Schoenhut, circa 1915, the model was marketed as Miss Dolly. Value Points: fine original finish and wig, included is wooden toy. $400/600

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372. American Characters, Horse, and Accessories from HumptyDumpty Circus by Schoenhut

8” (20 cm.) Three bisque head characters with sculpted hair and painted facial features, including blonde haired moustached gentleman and black haired moustached gentleman, and blonde haired woman with modeled topknot, each with wooden body, along with dappled glass-eyed horse with balancing platform, open mouth, leather ears, rope tail, and ladders, hoop, barrel and champagne bottle. Very good/excellent condition. American, from the Humpty-Dumpty circus, circa 1912. $800/1200

373. American Wooden Characters and Animals from Schoenhut Circus

8” (20 cm.) Each is wooden, including Chinese Man with two-part head, original painted facial features and complexion, costume; Hobo with two-part head, painted facial features with distinctive expression, original costume; glass-eyed donkey with open mouth, painted teeth, with original blanket; and glass-eyed buffalo with brown cloth mane, leather ears, rope tail; along with balancing stool and champagne bottle. Very good condition. American, Schoenhut, from the Humpty-Dumpty Circus, circa 1910. $1200/1400

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375. Two Childhood Drawings by Shirley Temple from Original Collection

21” (53 cm.) x 17”. Vibrant watercolors depict a vase of flowers and an exotic and colorful bird on a perch, each framed. With Shirley Temple signature. Circa 1936. The framed watercolors were presented in the “Love, Shirley Temple” auction catalog. Excellent condition, including Certificate of Authenticity.

$500/700

376. Bracelet Worn by Young Shirley Temple with Twelve California Gold Coins

7” (18 cm.) circ. The gold link bracelet has twelve suspending California gold coins in graduated sizes, the two largest bearing 1853 date. From the personal childhood estate collection of Shirley Temple, original presented in the “Love, Shirley Temple” auction.

$600/800

374. Very Rare American Wooden “Bye-Lo” by

Schoenhut

12” (30 cm.) circ. of head. Solid domed wooden carved head with flanged neck, blue glass sleep eyes, painted brown baby hair, painted creamy complexion with curly lashes, closed mouth and slightlyblushed cheeks, on original muslin Byelo body with celluloid hands, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 224 175 32 (and other illegible markings on neck flange). Comments: the wooden-head Bye-lo, presented in 1925 by Harry Schoenhut, was an exact likeness of the Grace Storey Putnam bisque Byelo; few examples of this doll are known to exist. Value Points: very rare American doll with perfectly-preserved original finish. $1100/1500

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377. “Shirley Temple’s Favorite Poems” Book with Autograph

7 ½” (19 cm.) x 5”. The hardbound book, published in 1935 by Saalfield Publishing Co. has 93 pages of delightful childhood poems by various authors and illustrations by Binnie Brueggeman, with signature of Shirley Temple on the title page. Excellent condition. 1935. The book was presented in the Shirley Temple estate collection, Love, Shirley Temple, from her personal archives; included is certificate of authenticity. $500/700

378. American Composition Doll, Shirley Temple in Publicity Costume, Ex-Shirley Temple Collection

18” (46 cm.) All composition with socket head, hazel sleep eyes, human hair lashes, open mouth, row of teeth, impressed dimples, blonde

mohair ringlet curled wig, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Shirley Temple, Ideal N&T Co. Comments: Ideal, circa 1034, the doll is wearing a blue cotton dress with white polka dots and contrasting dotted collar, inspired by publicity photos of Shirley taken at the time of release of “Baby Take a Bow” film of 1934. The dress was offered in blue or red variations. Included is a photograph of Shirley Temple wearing the publicity costume. Value Points: very rare Shirley Temple doll, from her original family archives. The doll was presented in the catalog “Love, Shirley Temple”. $1200/1500

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379. “Emily”, The Doll of Sara Crewe (Shirley Temple) in “The Little Princess”

19” (48 cm.) Wax shoulderhead doll with large blue glass inset eyes, inset lashes, closed mouth with coral lips, light brown hair, kid body with gusset jointing, waxed composition lower legs. Condition: very good condition, some body repair. Comments: the doll, named Emily, appears in many scenes of the 1939 Shirley Temple film “The Little Princess” beginning with her arrival at the seminary and including holding a prominent

position in both her luxury rooms and her garret room. In despair, in one scene in the garret, Shirley cries to her doll, “I can’t be a good soldier much longer. I’m cold, and I’m hungry, too. Do you hear? No, you don’t hear, you don’t hear and you don’t care. You’re nothing but a doll. Just a doll. A doll.”

Ex-collection Shirley Temple, the doll was presented in the Love, Shirley Temple catalog and has certificate of authenticity. $1100/1300

380. Presentation Leather-Bound Volume of 23 Music Sheets from Shirley Temple Films, 1934-1936

Bound in fine green textured leather with gold-tooling accents and an inset oval photograph of Shirley are 23 music sheets comprising “Baby Take a Bow”, “On Account-a I Love You”, “Our Little Girl”, “On the Good Ship Lollipop”, “Little Colonel”, “Polly-Wolly-Doodle”, “The Simple Things in Life”, “It’s All So New To Me”, “Curly Top”, “When I Grow Up”, “Animal Crackers in My Soup”, “The Right Somebody to Love”, “Early Bird”, “At the Codfish Ball”, “Military Man”, “You’ve Gotta Eat Your Spinach, Baby”, “Oh My Goodness”, “But Definitely”, “When I’m With You”, “I Wanna Go to the Zoo”, “You Gotta S-M-I-L-E to be H-A-Double-P-Y”, “One Never Knows, Does One?”, and “Goodnight My Love”. Excellent condition. Ex-Shirley Temple, the volume was presented in Love, Shirley Temple catalog and includes certificate of authenticity. $500/700

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381. Shirley Temple Composition Doll in Studio-Made “Little Miss Broadway” Costume from the 1938 Film

13” (33 cm.) All composition with socket head, hazel sleep eyes, human hair lashes, open mouth, smiling expression, four teeth, impressed dimples, blonde mohair ringlet curls, jointing at throat, shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Shirley Temple 13.

Comments: The doll is made by Ideal, and is wearing an extraordinary and unique costume of rhinestone-studded tulle with silver metallic bodice, rhinestone-studded tiara, socks and original silver shoes with rhinestone trim, custom made in the wardrobe department of Fox using remnants of fabric and trim from Shirley’s identical performance costume. The doll was presented in the Love, Shirley Temple catalog, and has certificate of authenticity. $1200/1500

382. American Composition Doll of Shirley Temple in Custom Equestrienne Costume

13” (33 cm.) All-composition doll with hazel sleep eyes, human hair lashes, open mouth, four teeth, smiling expression, impressed dimples, blonde ringlet mohair curls, jointing at throat, shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Shirley Temple 13. Comments: the doll, made by Ideal, is wearing an equestrienne costume custommade for this doll at Fox Studios, comprising white twill jodhpurs and matching button vest, bow tie, black fitted jacket with silk lining, shoes, socks, and firm-sided black wool bowler hat with gilt lettered insignia on the silk lining. Value Points: the doll is unique, costumed especially for Shirley Temple by Fox Studio seamstresses at the time of the filming of the 1938 “Just Around the Corner” movie. Ex-Shirley Temple collection, the doll was presented in the catalog “Love, Shirley Temple”, with original certificate of authenticity. $1200/1500

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383. Hand-Tooled Leather Saddle Gifted to Shirley Temple by Joseph Schenk

23” (58 cm.) l. saddle. 25” l. including blanket. Of superb leather workmanship, the beautifully engraved hand-tooled saddle was custom made for the young actress, featuring Shirley’s hand-tooled image with smiling expression and classic curly locks on each fender, her name in raised lasso-style lettering on the seat back,

and a silver plaque inscribed “Presented to Shirley Temple by Joseph M. Schenk

1935”. The saddle was custom made by the prestigious Los Angeles leather firm of Lichtenberger-Ferguson. The saddle includes all accessories including the saddle blanket, and is in excellent condition. Provenance: the saddle was gifted to Shirley by Joseph Schenk, Chairman of the Board at 20th Century Fox, on the occasion of another gift to her which was a Shetland pony. The pony was traveling to America aboard the May 1936 maiden voyage of the SS Queen Mary and then by rail to the Los Angeles train station. Shirley Temple wrote of this in her 1988 autobiography “Child Star”. “Burdened with a specially-made

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western saddle with my face tooled into the leather skirts..., [the pony] was introduced to me in the railroad freight yards in downtown Los Angeles. A welcoming flower garland which it promptly tried to eat, was draped around the pony’s neck...’Giddap!’ I cried. The pony moved ahead but... the saddle started to slip sideways, me with it...A switch engine tooted just as a line of freight cars came screeching along an adjacent track. The pony whinnied, kicked and reared up, while I held on. ‘I’m going to call him Spunky’, I shouted...’He’s not afraid of anything.’” The saddle remained in the Shirley Temple family archives until 2015 when it was presented in the Love, Shirley Temple auction. $6000/8000

384. Native American Doll by Mary Frances Woods, With Carved Wooden Totem Pole, Ex-Shirley Temple Collection

10” (25 cm.) The pair includes doll with face of hand-sculpted crepe paper over plaster lending a realistic aged texture, oil-painted features, bead eyes, black mohair wig, cylinder-shaped armature body with wooden feet, wrapped flannel blanket costume, by Mary Frances Woods of Oregon, circa 1920; with carved and painted wooden Kachina doll with vibrant carving and colors, and pen-inscribed on the underside, “To Shirley love from Dorothy Wills, Victoria B.C.” Ex-Shirley Temple collection, the pair were presented in the Love, Shirley Temple collection, along with certificate of authenticity. $500/700

385. Rare German Bisque Portrait of Native American, 1303, by Simon and Halbig

18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head with golden-sienna complexion, brown painted upper-glancing eyes, black upper eyeliner, black one-stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with richly-shaded lips, black mohair braids, sienna-tinted composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique kidskin and beaded costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1303 Germany

S&H 1. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1912. Value Points: very rare doll with superb detail of sculpting especially featuring strong pronounced nose and cheek bones, furrowed details around bridge of nose and mouth, fine patina of rich complexion, original body and body finish. $3500/4500

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386. German Bisque Closed Mouth

Doll, VIII, by Kestner

16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head with very plump cheeks, blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows with feathered details, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth, brunette human hair, composition and wooden fully-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: VIII. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: very appealing bright expression on the closed mouth doll, original body and body finish. $900/1100

387. Rare German Bisque

Closed Mouth Child Doll, 903, by Simon and Halbig

12” (30 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows with feathered detail, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with defined space between the outlined lips, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists, lovely antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 903. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1885. Value Points: rare model with most charming highly characterized features, very beautiful painting, original body and body finish. $1100/1300

388. Sonneberg All-Bisque Doll, 39.16, by Gebruder Kuhnlenz

6 ½” (17 cm.) Solid domed bisque swivel head on kidedged bisque torso, large blue glass inset eyes, painted lashes, single stroke brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, peg-jointed bisque arms and legs, painted white stockings and black heeled shoes, lovely costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 39.16. Comments: Gebruder Kuhnlenz, circa 1885. Value Points: lovely wide-eyed closed mouth doll with unusual painting of shoes. $700/900

389. Lovely German Bisque Closed Mouth Doll, Model 182

16” (41 cm.) Bisque shoulderhead, brown glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, lightly-tinted rose eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, impressed dimple on chin and philtrum, unpierced ears, kid stitch-jointed body, bisque lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 182 12. Comments: mystery maker, circa 1882, the facial model resembles other models by C.F. Kling. Value Points: especially beautiful doll with gentle expression, fine quality bisque and painting, wearing antique silk costume. $800/1100

390. German Bisque Closed Mouth Child by Kestner

19” (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with defined accent between the downcast lips, blonde mohair wig over plaster pate, composition and wooden fully-jointed body with straight wrists. Condition: generally excellent, light retouch on hands. Marks: 13. Comments: Kestner, circa 1885. Value Points: fine quality of bisque on the early closed mouth child, antique burgundy knit dress, leather boots. $1100/1400

391. German Bisque Portrait of Asian Child, Model 220, by Bahr and Proschild

12” (30 cm.) Solid domed amber-tinted bisque socket head, brown glass inset eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, downcast lips, pierced ears, black human hair, composition and wooden fully-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 220 3. Comments: Bahr and Proschild, circa 1890. Value Points: very beautiful model with choice amber-tinted bisque. $700/900

392. German All-Bisque Asian Child

by Simon and Halbig

6” (15 cm.) Solid domed amber tinted swivel head on matching bisque torso, brown glass side-slanted inset eyes, dark curly painted lashes, dark feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, peg-jointed amber bisque arms and legs, painted above-the-knee white stockings, blue slippers with upturned toes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: beautifully painted facial features, original body, distinctive slippers for this model, original human hair queue. $400/500

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393. German Bisque Asian Lady, Model 1329, by Simon and Halbig

14” (36 cm.) Bisque socket head with ambertinted complexion, brown glass eyes, dark eyeliner, painted black curly lashes, black brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, outlined lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, black mohair wig in up-swept fashion, amber-tinted composition and wooden ball-jointed body, wearing silk kimono and trousers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Simon & Halbig Germany 1329. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1900. Value Points: especially fine complexion with gleaming highlights, original wig. $900/1100

394. Chinese Wooden Door of Hope Young Man

12” (30 cm.) Carved wooden socket head, defined carving of facial features with tinted eyes and lips, high domed forehead with black painted pate, cloth body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Chinese Door of Hope Mission, circa 1920s. Value Points: the well-preserved doll is wearing original costume of aristocratic young gentleman. $400/500

395. Two Chinese Wooden Dolls from Door of Hope Mission

12” (30 cm.) Each has carved wooden head with well-defined sculpting of facial features, the woman with unusual detail of painted forehead bangs, and elaborately carved chignon encircled by painted hair ornaments, very expressive features, the man with high domed forehead and painted black pate at back of head; each with cloth body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Chinese wooden Door of Hope mission dolls, circa 1920s. Value Points: rare models, she with expressive features and unique hair style, very elaborate costume, and he with refined silk robe with medallion center. $600/800

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396. Early Japanese Paper Mache Ichimatsu Doll in Original Costume

14” (36 cm.) Solid-domed paper mache swivel head on shoulderplate with gofun finish, painted light grey hair under original black bobbed human hair wig, sculpted large ears, almond-shaped enamel inset eyes, feathered brows, tiny closed mouth with accented lips, muslin body with paper-wrapped upper torso, crier, paper mache lower torso and lower arms and legs.

Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (maker’s stamp on torso). Comments: Japanese, late 19th century play doll known as Ichimatsu. Value

Points: wonderful characterized face with great expression, original signed body, original multi-layered costume.

$1100/1200

397. Delightful Japanese Mitate Gosho Depicting Ebisu, the God of Daily Provision

5” (13 cm.) h. 7” width of doll.

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12” width base. Of carved wood, the gosho has large rounded head with painted features, laughing expression, teeth and fine lustrous gofun finish, and is posed seated with right foot extended and left foot doubled backward, hands held in front with pull-string for toy wagon, inserted forelocks and bangs, sexed, and wearing original embroidered silk bib (haragake) with ties at his back. The toy wooden cart decorated with two sea bream fish amidst violent waves. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: early Meiji, circa 1875, the figure depicts Ebisu, the God of Daily Provision as a cheerful child bringing home the fish for dinner. Value Points: notable for fine state of preservation on the well detailed features, and preserved in original wooden box. Ex-Carabet Collection.

$1200/1500

397.1. Large Wooden Framed Vignette of Japanese Ichimatsu Dolls

32” (81 cm.) x 23” cabinet. Within a glass-fronted cabinet are displayed three Japanese paper mache Ichimatsu play dolls, each about 14” with enamel eyes, gofun complexion, painted features and original costumes. Two of the dolls are wearing their original Japanese kimonos and accessories, and one is shown without costume, with original paperwrapped torso and artist’s signature. Excellent condition. The display was an important teaching tool in the Museum, the dolls are circa 1925, and are removable from the display. $600/900

398. An Exceptional Original Japanese Pair of Ichimatsu Dolls with Artist Signatures, Mid-1900s

15” (38 cm.) Each with wood-composite socket head and lower arms and legs, lightly-tinted complexion, glass inset eyes, painted features, closed mouth; the boy has brushstroke painted hair, wearing silk

brocade hakima trousers and black silk kimono with embroidered designs of fans; and the girl with black human hair wearing a red silk crepe kimono with embroidered details of fans, symbols and flowers, a cord-tied obi with exuberant fawn spotted bow at the back. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Japan, mid-1900s, each of the pair has a matching artist signature on the front torso, and were likely given as a wedding presentation set. The dolls are photographed in Japanese Dolls, The Fascinating World of Ningyo by Alan Scott Pate. Ex-Carabet Collection. $1600/1900

398.1. Wooden Cabinet in the Chinoiserie Style

17” (43 cm.) The wooden cabinet with double door front has original green painted finish that is enhanced with gilt edging and painted gilt butterflies. Excellent condition. $300/400

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399. Swiss “Course” Doll, Model AI, from Sasha Studio

21” (53 cm.) One-piece non-swivel head and shoulderplate with textured cloth cover to match the excelsior-stuffed cloth body, tiny nose, painted large round light green eyes with extended length upper eyeliner, short brows, full cheeks and small closed mouth, blonde hemp wig arranged in ladystyle up-swept coiffure, textured cloth body with jointing at shoulders and stitch-jointed legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Sasha Morgenthaler studio doll by Sasha student known as “course” doll, late 1940s, Model, AI, the doll is wearing (untagged) white shirtwaist blouse, striped cotton skirt, and undergarments. $900/1200

400. Swiss “Course” Doll, Model AI, from Sasha Studio

20” (51 cm.) One-piece non-swivel head and shoulderplate with textured cloth cover to match the excelsior-stuffed cloth body, tiny nose, painted light green eyes with extended length upper eyeliner, short brows, full cheeks and small closed mouth, white mohair bobbed wig and bangs, textured cloth body with jointing at shoulders and stitch-jointed legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Sasha Morgenthaler studio doll by Sasha student known as “course” doll, late 1940s, Model, AI, the doll is wearing (untagged) white cotton print dress with purple roses, undergarments, and is a rare complexion tone for Sasha dolls. $1200/1500

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401. Pair, Italian Felt Character Girls “Amore” by Lenci

11” (28 cm.) Each has felt swivel head with very plump cheeks and chin, large blue painted sideglancing eyes, short painted lashes, brows, closed mouth with pouting expression, brunette mohair wig, jointed felt arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent, slight dustiness on one. Comments: Lenci, 1940s. Value Points: remarkable vibrant colors of the charming costumes of emerald green and hot pink with imaginative borders, squares, and ruffled organdy sleeves with bright pink felt edging, yellow sunbonnet with applique flowers, organdy petticoat and pantalets with green and pink edging, green felt shoes, and one is carrying colorful hat box labeled “Amore”. $700/900

402. Italian Composition “Prosperity Baby” by Lenci

15” (38 cm.) Composition socket head with sculpted short tan baby hair, painted large blue eyes, dark upper eyeliner, rounded nose with accented nostrils, tiny closed mouth, cloth torso and jointed composition limbs. Condition: generally excellent, some barely visible very fine lines on face, slippers worn. Comments: Lenci, circa 1930, the model was introduced as “Prosperity Baby”. Value Points: rare little wide-eyed doll is wearing factory original costume, beautiful painting around the eyes. $600/800

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403. An All-Original German Bisque “ByeLo” with Original Holiday Gift Box

1300” (3302 cm.) head circ. Solid domed bisque head with flanged neck, lightly-tinted hair and brows, small blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted curly lashes, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with downcast lips, muslin baby body, celluloid hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks:

copr. by Grace S. Putnam, Made in Germany (head and body). Value Points: important state of original preservation on the keynote American doll, with signed body, perfect condition, original muslin gown, undergarments, and bonnet, original celluloid pin, and presented with pink flannel blanket in original gift box with hand-written label from The North Pole. $500/700

404. French Presentation Box as Baby Gift

4 ½” (11 cm.) x 7”. Presented within a rose paper box with lithographed image of stork with babies on the lid is an assortment of little treasures appropriate for a baby shower, including feathered stork, combs, brush, soap, perfume and tiny doll. Excellent condition. French, circa 1900. $300/400

405. German Felt Stork “Adebar” by Steiff 14” (36 cm.) Firmly-stuffed felt stork with stitched-on and air-

406. German All-Bisque Character “September Morn” Designed by Grace Drayton

4” (10 cm.)

One-piece bisque head and torso, sculpted short blonde curly hair, painted googly eyes glancing downward and sideways, painted upper lashes, single stroke brows, button-shaped nose, tiny “O”-shaped closed mouth, loop-jointed bisque arms and legs, bare feet. Condition: generally excellent, hidden stringing loops of arms repaired. Comments: made in Germany, circa 1915, based on the original drawings by Grace Drayton (who also designed the Campbell Kids) which depicted a little child shivering as she steps into a cold pond of water. Value Points: very rare doll especially in this petite size. $500/800

407. Three German All-Bisque Characters

6” (15 cm.) -7”. Each is all-bisque character with one-piece bisque head, torso and legs, loop-jointed arms, painted blonde baby hair and painted facial features, side-glancing blue googly eyes, closed mouth with beaming smile, one with modeled blue smock. Condition: generally

excellent. Marks: Baby Bud (blue smock) 424 Germany (and heart shape, with knit shirt). Comments: Germany, circa 1915. Value Points: interesting variations of three googly-eyed characters. $400/500

408. German All-Bisque Character as Pan

7” (18 cm.) One-piece all-bisque head, torso and legs, loop-jointed arms, the character with over-sized head having modeled horns and goat-shaped ears and the feet with modeled hooves, painted facial features, up-glancing eyes, thin line mischievous smile on closed mouth. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1915. Value Points: seldom-found caricature version of the mythological figure Pan with distinctive features. $400/500

409. German All-Bisque Character in Rare Large Size

11” (28 cm.) One-piece all-bisque head, torso and legs, loop-jointed bisque arms, painted brown brushstroked hair with modeled forelock and side curls, painted facial features, blue side-glancing googly eyes, black upper eyeliner, single stroke brows, button-shaped nose, closed mouth with beaming smile with modeled tongue and two upper teeth, painted blue socks and black one-strap shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany, circa 1915. Value Points: rare large size of the all-bisque, wonderful beaming expression. $400/600

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410. Beautiful German Bisque Character, 117, “Mein Liebling” by Kammer and Reinhardt

21” (53 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, lightly painted lashes and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with richly shaded lips enhanced by fine decorative glaze, long brunette hand-tied human hair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, wearing antique white cotton dress with embroidered details, undergarments, rose silk stockings and rose kidskin shoes, ruffled bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 117 53. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912, their model marketed as “Mein Liebling” (my sweetheart). Value

points: especially pleasing modeling and quality of bisque and painting on this example, original body and body finish. $1800/2300

411. Pair, German All-Bisque Characters by Gebruder Heubach

5” (13 cm.) Each is one-piece figure of seated mischievous character, posed in two different manners, one with scowling expression and pugilistic pose, and the other with outstretched legs and body held taut as though frightened. Excellent condition. Germany, Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910. $300/400

412. German Bisque Art Character, Model 101, “Marie”, by Kammer and Reinhardt

18” (46 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted facial features, deeply-set blue eyes, dark upper eyeliner, one-stroke tapered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, very full accented lips, blonde mohair wig with side-coiled braids, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R 101 46. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910, from the art character reform series, the doll was marketed as Marie. Value Points: very fine sculpting of 411.

facial features and expression enhanced by finest bisque and complexion, original wig, body and body finish, beautiful antique costume.

$1400/1800

413. Rare German Bisque “Girl with Uplifted Arms” by

Gebruder Heubach

13” (33 cm.) Onepiece all-bisque figure of young girl posed standing with arms uplifted, palms open as though eagerly reaching for an object; having blonde sculpted hair with tousled curls, waved away from her forehead and held by a pink sculpted bow, blue upperglancing intaglio eyes, painted features, closed mouth with impressed dimples, and having full-length sculpted night gown with sculpted detail of lace and ruffles that extends all around front and back.

Marks: (Heubach sunburst mark)

Made in Germany.

Condition: generally excellent. Comments:

Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910. Value

Points: wonderfully characterized expression with very fine detail of sculpting of hair and facial features. $700/900

414. German All-Bisque Figure “Pulling Off My Socks” by Gebruder Heubach

9” (23 cm.) One-piece bisque figure of young chid with blonde sculpted hair under wide-brimmed bonnet with pink lining, intaglio blue eyes,

one stroke wavy brows, closed mouth, sculpted white baby gown with pink dots, is posed seated with extended arms and appearing to be pulling pink socks from her bare feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 3144 (Heubach sunburst mark). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1910. Value Points: rarely found figurine with charming childhood activity, excellent sculpting. $400/500

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415. Grand-Sized German Bisque Child with Closed Mouth by Kestner

34” (86 cm.) Bisque socket head, large blue glass sleep eyes, thick dark eyeliner, painted lashes, rose blushed eye shadow, brush-stroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the shaded lips, brunette human hair wig in long ringlet curls over plaster pate, composition and wooden ball-jointed body. Condition: generally excellent, original body and body finish. Marks: made in Germany 18. Comments: Kestner, circa 1890. Value Points: unusually large model of the closed mouth series, with lovely luminous bisque, enhancing decorative glaze on brows and lips, lovely antique white wear embroidered dress, undergarments, socks, shoes, cap. $1200/1600

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416. Lady’s Walnut Spinning Wheel with Carved Bone Finials

30” (76 cm.) A nicely carved lady’s parlor spinning wheel of fine woods is embellished with ebonized tips and finely carved bone finials. The spinning wheel is wonderfully sized for display with larger dolls. Excellent condition. $600/900

417. Pair, American Framed Lithographs of Victorian Boy and Girl with “My Playmate”

31” (79 cm.) x 26”. The pair of tinted lithographs depicts young boy with his pet dog, and young girl with her pet lamb, each with wonderfully detailed costumes. Each has publisher mark of Thomas Kelly of Barclay Street, New York, and is dated 1874. Excellent condition, each in original walnut frame. $400/500

418. All-Original American Paper Mache Doll by Greiner

17” (43 cm.) Paper mache shoulderhead, sculpted short blonde curly hair, painted facial features, dark blue outlined eyes, black upper eyeliner, arched brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, closed mouth with accented lips, muslin stitch-jointed body, leather arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Greiner’s Patent Doll Heads No. 3 Pat. Mar 30,’58, Ext. ‘72. Comments: Ludwig Greiner of Philadelphia, circa 1875. Value points: fine original finish is well-preserved, original body and original blue woolen dress with lace trim, undergarments, leather boots. $600/900

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419. Fine German Waxover-Paper

Mache Lady Doll with Glass eyes

15” (38 cm.) Wax-over-paper mache shoulderhead with slender face and elongated throat, brown sculpted hair in long arranged finger curls, black enamel inset eyes, lightly-painted lashes, arched feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with center accent line, slender muslin body with wooden lower limbs, black painted ankle boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Germany,” staat-damen” fashionable lady representing woman of society, circa 1850. Value Points: lovely doll with original finish and body, wearing beautiful antique ivory satin gown trimmed with aqua velvet ribbons, undergarments. $1200/1700

420. German Paper Mache Lady Doll with Original Costume

8” (20 cm.) Paper mache shoulderhead, black sculpted hair in soft curls around her face, painted blue eyes, single stroke brows,

closed mouth, slender kid body, wooden lower arms and legs, painted orange flat shoes. Condition: very good, original finish with few rubs. Comments: Germany, circa 1860. Value Points: piquant smile on the early doll, original body and costume. $300/400

421. German Miniature Secretaire Desk with Fitted Interior

7” (18 cm.) The wooden secretaire with dark grained lithographed paper cover to simulate rosewood and with gilt garnish and silver button knobs features a drop front that opens to fitted interior set with tiny porcelain figurines. Excellent condition. Germany, Walterhausen, circa 1880. $300/400

422. Fine Early Milliner’s Shop by Christian Hacker with Hacker Signature

24” (61 cm.) w. x 12”h. x 11”d. An open-front wooden store with swinging display doors on each side has ebony black finish with gilt stenciled accents. The back wall has built-in cupboards with a centering mirrored door flanked by two glass windowed cabinets with interior shelving. The swing-around front windows have built-in interior shelving, and there is a matching free-standing counter. The shop has original paper cover on the walls and floor, and the shop is liberally furnished with millinery accoutrements including twenty-two labeled boxes with various fabrics, trims and couturier accessories, standing mirror, yardstick, and various accoutrements. Nine hats on wooden hat stands are arranged across the top shelf. The Christian Hacker signature is on the base. Christian Hacker, circa 1880, the swing-around shop windows, designed to allow the child access to the store interior, were characteristic features of the firm’s miniature shops. $2800/3500

423. French White Cotton Dress and Bonnet with Cutwork Detailing, Original Store Box

7” shoulders. For about 28” child doll. The white pique cotton dress features vertical bands of pinwheel cutwork, which are repeated in ruffles at the skirt hem, form sleevelets and collar. Along with white bonnet with double gathered ruffles edged with cutwork, and banded with rose silk. And with pique slippers. The costumes are preserved in original store box from the Paris store of Au Bon Marche. Excellent condition. Circa 1890. $300/400

424. Petite German Bisque Child, Model 127, with Closed Mouth by Kestner

11” (28 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig

over plaster pate, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Made in Germany 128. Comments: Kestner, circa 1890. Value Points: charming wide-eyed expression on the petite closed mouth child, original wig, body, body finish. $800/1100

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425. Five German All-Bisque Dresden Children in Various Poses

2” (5 cm.) -3”. Each is allbisque figure of child in seated pose, two posed on tall back green chairs, and two others with arms outstretched in welcoming manner; a taller girl with painted pink dress and black stockings is posed seating, her arms clasping her knees. Excellent condition, few typical flakes on Dresden lace of costumes. Germany, circa 1890. $400/500

426. French Walnut Armoire with Stencilled Door Designs and Original Interior Linens

16” (41 cm.) Of fine walnut, the double door armoire has carved side columns, brass door hardware, and elaborate multi-colored armorial designs on each door panel; the armoire opens to a shelved interior containing an assortment of wrapped linens, towels and lace-edged cloths, each tied with original blue silk ribbons; the interior doors are lined with muslin chemises with lace trim and blue silk ribbons. French, circa 1885. Excellent condition. $600/800

427. German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 1159, by Simon and Halbig in Petite Size

16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, accented lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig in upswept manner, composition and wooden lady-shaped body with modeled bosom and tiny waist. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1159 Germany Simon & Halbig 5 ½. Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: charming petite size of this model, with original wig, lashes, lady body and nice antique costume. $800/1100

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428. German Bisque Character “Dolly Dimple” by Gebruder Heubach

22” (56 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted dark curly lashes, fringed brows, accented eye corners and nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips with center accent dot on bottom lip, four porcelain teeth, impressed dimples in cheeks, chin and lip corners, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, pretty antique dress and bonnet, undergarments, stockings, and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5777 Dep Dolly Dimple H Germany 10 Heubach (sunburst mark). Comments: Gebruder Heubach for Hamburger & Co, circa 1912. Value Points: beautiful doll with wonderfully-sculpted features and choice bisque. $900/1200

429. German Bisque Laughing Character, 5636, with Glass Eyes by Gebruder Heubach

13” (33 cm.) Pink tinted bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth modeled as though open with wide beaming smile, two beaded lower teeth, blonde mohair wig, impressed cheek dimples, composition and wooden fully-jointed body, well costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 5636 3 Heubach (sunburst) Germany. Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915. Value Points: very fine sculpting of dimples and character expression, enhanced by

choice bisque and painting. $800/1100

430. German Bisque Pouting Character, Model 7245, by Gebruder Heubach

14” (36 cm.) Pink-tinted bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted curly lashes, lightly feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7245 4 Germany Heubach (sunburst) (head) (original Dressel holz-masse stamp on body). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1915. Value Points: fine quality of bisque and painting, original body and body finish. $800/1100

431. German Bisque Flirty-Eyed Toddler, Model 128, by Kammer & Reinhardt

26” (66 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, thick dark eyeliner, dark curly lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, outlined lips, two porcelain upper teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed toddler body with side-hip jointing, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 128 56. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1915. Value Points: wonderful gentle expression on the plump-cheeked toddler, plump toddler body with original finish. $500/700

432. German Bisque Child Doll by Kammer and Reinhardt in Mariner Costume

28” (70 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes,

brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four porcelain teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, well costumed in mariner suit. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig Germany 70. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1900. Value Points: fine original wig (marked Kammer and Reinhardt), original body and body finish. $400/600

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433. Exhibition Study Cabinet of Dolls of Sonneberg

32” (81 cm.) x 23”. The wooden-framed glass front cabinet contains a study arrangement of antique Sonneberg dolls, including various

body samples, eyes, and other doll components. Excellent condition. $300/500

434. Lot, German Bisque Jester Heads and Wooden-Bodied Novelty Dolls

Including three bisque heads in graduated sizes ( 2 ½” - 3 ¾”) depicting jesters with painted blue caps, white complexion and painted facial decorations (one with glass eyes); along with 8” clown bisque head doll with painted features, wooden torso and lower legs and arms, spiral-metal legs; 5” bisque head doll with closed mouth and glass eyes, wooden peg-jointed body; and 7” solid domed bisque head smiling character with wooden body. Excellent condition, some paint rubs on larger clown head. Germany, late 1800s, an interesting study group. $300/400

435. Exhibition Study Cabinet of Dolls of Thuringia

32” (81 cm.) x 23”. The wooden-framed glass-front display box contains a map of Thuringia along with pin-heads designating doll factory towns, and along with samples of antique various dolls made in that region. An interesting study piece, artistically arranged. $500/700

436. Study Group of German Porcelain Dolls and Doll Heads

Comprising three German porcelain doll shoulderhead, each with sculpted black hair and painted facial features with blue eyes,

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including 5” head with centerpart hair style and ornamental beading in hair; 5” head with V-shaped braided coronet at her crown and stippled detailing; and 4” head with loosely coiled braid at her crown and sculpted ears. Along with 8” porcelain dollhouse lady with black hair arranged in curls onto her nape, original body with green painted porcelain boots and nicely costumed; 4” dollhouse doll with all wooden peg-jointed body; and 5 ½” early pink-tinted porcelain doll with looped curls below her ears, wooden pin-jointed body (parts may not be original). Excellent condition except as noted. Germany, mid-1800s. $500/700

437. Original Catalog

Sheet of Dollhouse from Moritz Gottschalk

13” (33 cm.) x 10”. Seventeen heavy cardboard sheet present dollhouses and furniture with model numbers and dimension for the 1915 season from Moritz Gottschalk. Included with the sheets is the original price list. Excellent condition. Germany, 1915. $200/300

438. Collection, Grodnertal Wooden Dolls and Novelties

2” (5 cm.) -8”. Each is all wooden with carved and painted facial features, including two flat-backed taufling dolls with painted body, four simple peg-wooden dolls with simplistic painting of features, carved wooden taufling in cradle, wooden shoulderhead with nicely defined curls, and two tiny early jointed dolls, one with yellow tuck comb. Condition: good/very good. Comments: Grodnertal, mid/late 1800s. Value Points: charming study group of wooden dolls. $400/500

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439. German Wax-Over-Paper Mache Lady with Sculpted Bodice and Rare Swivel Head

15” (38 cm.) Wax-over-paper mache swivel head with slender face, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, brown eye shadow, painted all-around lashes, arched brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, pierced-in ears, brunette mohair wig in elaborate original coiffure, paper mache bodice with attached cloth collar, muslin body, paper mache lower limbs, painted orange heeled boots, nicely re-costumed in red velvet and print gown. Condition: very good/excellent, little rub on nose. Comments: Germany, probably Dressel, circa 1875. Value Points: rarity factors include swivel head on paper mache sculpted bodice with cloth collar, glass eyes, very ornate original coiffure, original body with fancy boots. Ex-collection Estelle Johnston.

$800/1100

440. Early German Wooden-Framed School Room with Original Furnishings

26” (66 cm.) w. x 16”h. x 14”d. The one-room wooden school house has grey

painted exterior with outlined stone corners, darkstained wooden ceiling edging and front pilasters with ornamental carving. The interior floor is painted sienna red, and the walls have original brown paint with green borders and gold accents. The room is fitted with original oak furnishings that include a desk with attached benches and porcelain inkwells for six students, teacher’s desk and chair on platform, display cabinet, clock, long bench, table, coat rack, and shelf. Accessories include blackboard on frame, abacus, globe on pedestal, books, school bags, double oil lamp, Christmas tree, phonograph with horn, school bell, framed silhouettes,

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Gottschalk potted flowers, dog and more. There is a bisque-head school teacher with sculpted brown hair and black hair band, and seven sculpted-hair school children in antique costume. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1880. $1800/2500

441. Postcard Album of 96 Victorian Holiday Postcards, and Two Paris Etrennes Catalogs

The burgundy album lettered “Cartes Postale” in gilt contains 97 vintage French and German postcards of early 1900s featuring Christmas holiday scenes, along with holiday Etrennes catalogs from Parisian store, Au Printemps 1909 and Maison Du Petit St. Thomas, 1909, each filled with that season’s new dolls and toys. Excellent condition. $700/900

442. German Wax-Over-Paper Mache “Staatsdamen” with Modeled Bodice

26” (66 cm.) Wax-over-paper mache shoulderhead of lady with very slender face and elongated strong throat with defined throat hollow, blue glass inset eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, accented nostrils, closed mouth with outlined lips, blonde mohair wig in original elaborate coiffure, sculpted chemise over modeled bosom, muslin stitch-jointed body, kid lower hands. Condition: very good, some waterspotting on torso, hands likely replaced. Comments: Germany, probably Dressel from their series of high society women (“Staatsdamen”), circa 1875. Value Points:

elegant large example of the fashionable lady in lovely gown with lambswool stole, muff and cap, and superb early leather hand-cobbled leather boots with wooden soles and heels. Ex-Collection Estelle Johnston. $800/1200

443. German Bisque Character, Model 247, by Kestner in Original Costume

10” (24 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass eyes, mohair lashes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, brunette mohair wig, composition bent limb baby body, antique knit costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: made in Germany JDK 257 made in Germany 24 (head) Made in Germany (body stamp). Comments:

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Kestner, circa 1912. Value Points: fine quality of bisque, original body and body finish, wearing store-original dainty knit jacket, pants and matching bonnet. $300/400

444. French Paper Mache/Fur Kitten in Playful Pose

7” (18 cm.) excluding tail. The paper mache kitten with lush white fur cover, long fluffy tail, amber glass eyes, pink nose, is posed as though chasing the little yellow ball which is attached to its front paw. Excellent condition. French, circa 1900, an unusual pet variation from the classic salon dog series of the era, with same details and construction suggesting the same maker of each. $400/500

445. German Bisque

Toddler, Model 156, “Mein

Nesthakchen” by Adolf Hulss in Original Box

9” (23 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted curly lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, two porcelain upper teeth, brunette mohair braids, composition toddler body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Simon & Halbig AHW (in circle) 156/22 Germany. Comments: Adolf Hulss, commissioned from Simon and Halbig, circa 1918. Value Points: perfectlypreserved, in original box labeled “Mein Nesthakchen” (Baby of the Family), with wonderful original wig, original undergarments, shoes socks, and with cotton dress and apron, perfect lashes. $400/600

446. German Bisque

Lady Doll, Model 1159, by Simon and Halbig

16” (41 cm.) Bisque socket head, brown glass sleep eyes, mohair lashes, painted lower lashes, brushstroked and feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, open mouth, accented lips, four porcelain teeth, pierced ears, brunette mohair wig in upswept manner, composition and wooden lady-shaped body with modeled bosom and tiny waist. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1159 Germany

Simon & Halbig 5 ½. Heinrich Handwerck (body Comments: Simon and Halbig, circa 1890. Value Points: original wig, lashes, fine gleaming bisque, rare original lady body with original finish, stylish woolen costume. $800/1000

447. German Feather Tree with Antique Ornaments and Ephemera

24” (61 cm.) The feather tree is arranged in wooden pot with painted decorations, and is lavishly decorated with blown glass ornaments, tinsel and tinsel-wrapped lithographs. Excellent condition. Early 1900s. $400/500

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448. Japanese Portrait Bride Doll (Hanayome-Ningyo)

18” (46 cm.) Paper mache head with slender face and elongated slender neck, gofun finish, glass eyes, black silk fiber hair in upswept coiffure which is nearly covered by an elaborate and richly-draped white coiffe with ornamental tinsel, bows and foil ornaments, wooden hands, wearing an extraordinary white silk brocade bridal gown with extended train, white layered inner collars, and with a red brocade pouch with silver coin trim, and fan, presented on original wooden base. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Japan, Showa era, mid-1900s, the doll was featured in the book, Japanese Dolls, The Fascinating World of Ningyo, by Alan Scott Pate. Value Points: exquisite costuming is enhanced by fine refined pose. $800/1100

449. Japanese Carved Wooden Kyoto-Bijan Wearing an Unusual Rose Silk Crepe Kimono

10” (25 cm.) Carved wooden head with gofun finish, glass inset eyes, painted features, closed mouth, black silk fiber hair arranged in an elaborate coiffure that is lavishly trimmed with shaped multicolored flowers of silk crepe, wooden hands with expressive fingers and wooden feet, wearing a very fine pale rose silk crepe (chirimen) costume with patterned white flowers, red silk lining, red underkimono, and a silk brocade obi with long train at the back, fawnspotted silk crepe sash, and rose cord waist tie, with fan and standing on original wooden base. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Showa era, circa 1930s. Value Points: desirable petite model of Kyotobijan (“beautiful lady”) rare costume details. $500/800

450. Japanese Wooden Lady with Unusual Costume of Yuzon-Dyed Kimono

10” (25 cm.) Carved wooden head with gofun finish, inset glass eyes, slightly open mouth, teeth, painted feathering of hair around her forehead, black silk fiber wig drawn from face into two large tied-down loops at her crown, wooden hands and feet, wearing an unusual costume comprising a kimono of yuzon-dyed silk crepe with rippling waters pattern which is tucked into a green silk skirt with green silk sash tied at the front, and is holding a wooden-handled green silk parasol, and mounted on her original base. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Japan, Taisho era, circa 1920. Value Points: beautifully-preserved doll with rare costume details. $500/700

451. Rare Children’s Book, The Jingle of a Jap, in Original Box with Doll

7” (18 cm.) x 9” 4 ½” doll. Presented with original box with illustrated lid is a cloth bound hard cover book with applique label “The Jingle of a Jap” relating the story of a little paper-mache ningyo who falls hopelessly in love with a blonde-haired wax doll. Written by Clara Bell Thurston, published by Caldwell, Boston, 1906, the book is enhanced by the presence of a small paper mache ningyo doll tied on the front cover of the book. Book and doll excellent, box has some wear and spotting. $300/400

452. Japanese Paper Mache Ichimatsu Doll in Original Costume

16” (41 cm.) Solid-domed paper mache swivel head on shoulder plate with traditional gofun finish, painted shaded hair in delicate tendrils, prominently-sculpted ears, enamel inset eyes in half-moon shape, feathered brows, closed mouth with accented lips, muslin body with paper-wrapped torso, paper mache lower arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (maker’s stamp on torso). Comments: Japanese, early 20th century play doll known as Ichimatsu. Value Points: pristine condition, with expressive features, beautiful complexion and very fine multi-layered original costume. $600/800

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454. American Cloth Hospital Baby by Martha Chase

20” (51 cm.) All-cloth doll with pressed and oil-painted complexion, blonde impasto-sculpted hair in tousled curls, painted facial features, shaded blue eyes with white eye dots, painted upper lashes, blonde one-stroke brows, shaded nostrils, closed mouth with full lips, oilpainted weighted body, stitch-jointing at shoulders and hips, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Martha Chase, the firm’s “Hospital Baby” designed for teaching techniques to nursing students, circa 1910. Value Points: beautiful blushed complexion on deeply-modeled features, lovely antique costume. $400/500

453. Rare American Cloth Portrait Doll of George Washington by Martha Chase

25” (64 cm.) All-cloth doll with pressed and oil-painted

facial

features to depict President George Washington, having blue painted eyes with heavy eyelids, single-stroke brows, aquiline nose, closed mouth with strong lips and jaw, impasto thickly-painted white hair that forms into a pony tail at the nape, cotton sateen body cover, stitch-jointed arms and legs, oil-painted hands and feet with defined fingers and toes, wearing a blue and ivory suit with lace jabot and cuffs, black stockings and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Martha Chase, late 19th century. Value Points: very rare doll in perfectly preserved original condition with most artistic painting, the facial model unique for this doll. $1200/1700

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454.1. Six American Wooden Dolls from Pinn Family Series by Schoenhut

6” (15 cm.) -13”. Each of the six dolls is all wooden with egg-shaped head attached to wooden block torso with jointed clothespin-shaped arms and legs, painted facial features with black circle eyes and with outline nose and mouth, yarn hair. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Patent Pending 1936c B.T.M. St. Paul, Minn. (stamp on foot on all except baby). Comments: presented as the Pinn Family, the dolls were marketed by Schoenhut, circa 1935. Value Points: the dolls are wearing original costumes. $500/700

455. Very Fine American Birdseye Maple Four Poster Bed with Quilt

19” (48 cm.) Of beautifully-grained birdseye maple, with rich honey tones, the bed features fancily shaped posters with finial crests, spindled foot board, and gracefully shaped head, with mattress and early quilt. Excellent condition. American, circa 1880. $600/800

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American Wooden Doll Bed with Popcorn Quilt

13” (33 cm.) l. The wooden four poster bed with spindled posts and curved foot and headboard, is fitted with mattress, linens and unusual calico popcorn quilt. Excellent condition. American, circa 1880. $400/500

457. 19th Century Wooden High Chair of Unusual Design

20” (51 cm.) The unusual hand-carved high chair has leather seat and spindled cage-like front to prevent the child from slipping to the floor, with attached food tray. Excellent condition. Mid19th century. $300/500

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458. German Cloth Character “Rose” by Kathe Kruse

14” (36 cm.) Swivel head with painted complexion and facial features, small brown eyes, white eye dots, black and brown upper eyeliner, short stroke brows, nostril dots, closed mouth, brunette human hair in long braids, firmly-stuffed cloth body, stitch-jointed shoulders, disc-jointing at hips. Condition: generally excellent, some spotting on feet. Marks: Made in Germany US Zone Kathe Kruse 939446 (feet) Kathe Kruse Made in US Zone (paper tag, and hand lettered “Rose IX”) KK IX 126 (original paper wrist tag). Comments: Kathe Kruse, circa 1945. Value Points: perfectly-preserved, the little girl has original hair, fine complexion, is wearing original pink cotton dress with matching scarf, blue print jacket, shoes, socks, with original paper labels. $600/800

459. German Bisque Pouty Character, Model 7602, by Gebruder Heubach

15” (38 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, flocked hair in short boyish style hair, painted facial features, intaglio blue eyes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth in downcast pouting expression, composition and wooden ball-jointed body, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 7602 Heubach (sunburst) Germany (head) (holz-masse stamp on body). Comments: Gebruder Heubach, circa 1912, well-preserved rarer-to-find flocked hair, original body and body finish. $400/500

460. German Bisque Art Character, Model 201, by Catterfelder Puppenfabrick

11” (28 cm.) Solid domed bisque socket head, blonde brushstroked baby hair, painted facial features, small blue painted eyes with black upper eyeliner, feathered brows, closed mouth with shaded lips, composition five-piece baby body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: C.P. 201 23 (doll and box label). Comments: Catterfelder Puppenfabrick, from their 200 art character series introduced in 1910. Value Points: rare to find model, outstanding facial modeling including dimples and laughter lines, original body and body finish. $400/600

461. German Bisque Child Doll, “Mein Liebling”, Model 117, by Kammer & Reinhardt

22” (58 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, dark eyeliner, painted lashes, short feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with shaded lips, brunette mohair wig, composition and wooden balljointed body, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: K*R Simon & Halbig 117 58. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1912, the model “Mein Susser Liebling” (my sweet darling) from the firm’s character series. Value Points: wellmodeled details are enhanced by finest gleaming complexion, original body and body finish. $1800/2100

462. German Bisque Art Character “Gretchen”, Model 114, by Kammer & Reinhardt

22” (57 cm.) Bisque socket head, painted blue eyes with glaze highlights, thick black upper eyeliner, one-stroke tapered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with very full shaded and outlined lips, blonde mohair wig, composition and wooden balljointed body. Condition: generally excellent, few typical wig pulls at back of head. Marks: K*R 114 57. Comments: Kammer and Reinhardt, circa 1910, “Gretchen”, from the firm’s art character series. Value Points: very fine quality of bisque and painting enhances the deeply modeled wistful expression, original body and body finish, original

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463. Four Petite German AllBisque Bathing Beauties

Each is all-bisque with painted facial features and mohair wig, including 4” lady standing in front of a wooden column, with left arm held to face, modeled white undergarments, blue stockings, brown shoes; 3 ½” lady lying on her back, right knee bent at knee, and left leg extended in air and clasped by both hands; 2 ½” seated lady, her right hand held to face, bent knees, painted pink slippers with ankle straps; and 3” seated lady leaning back on her hands, legs folded elegantly, with pink net swimsuit and blue slippers with ankle straps. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. $600/800

464. Three German All-Bisque Bathing Beauties

Each is one-piece all-bisque figure of nude adult woman with painted facial features and mohair wig, posed in flirtatious manner, including 3” petite lady posed on stomach with extended arms, lying on bear carpet; 5 ¼” lady lying on her side with upheld head, clasping a fan to her face, blue heeled shoes; and 6” lady lying on her back with arms folded behind her head, right leg extended over bent left knee. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. $700/900

465. Four German All-Bisque Bathing Beauties

Each is all-bisque figure of nude woman with painted facial features and mohair wig, painted pink or white slippers with ankle straps, including 6” lady lying on her stomach with upheld head and with net swimsuit; 4” seated woman with head turned to the side, hand held to face and body supported by her extended left hand; 6 ½” lady lying on her side with head lifted and supported by her hand; and 6” lady lying on side with right leg flirtatiously in air and clasped by her extended right arm. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1915. $800/1100

466. Two German All-Bisque Bathing Beauty Figures including Rare “Double”

Each is all-bisque with painted facial features, including 4” seated lady with black carnival mask, grey thigh-high stockings and grey heeled shoes, holding a banjo; and 3 ½”

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double pair featuring a seated lady with arms bent across her knees, gazing at her friend who is leaning on her shoulder, with (frail) original net swimsuits. Excellent condition except chip to baby finger to banjo lady. Germany, circa 1915. $700/900

467. Four German All-Bisque Bathing Beauties with Sculpted Hair

Each is all-bisque with sculpted hair and painted facial features, including 3” seated lady with bent knees, 5” lady reclining on her side holding a bird in her extended right hand; 4” lady reclining on her stomach with upheld legs, a book held in her arms; and 5” lady reclining on her side, holding a mirror in her left hand. Excellent condition. Germany, circa 1930. $500/600

468. German Bisque Lady Doll, Model 162, by Kestner for G.A. Schwarz Store

19” (48 cm.) Bisque socket head, blue glass sleep eyes, painted lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, four porcelain teeth, blonde human hair wig in elaborate coiffure, composition and wooden ball-jointed lady-shaped body with modeled bosom and tiny waist, silk flapper era dress. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: F made in Germany 10 162 (head) Germany (body). Comments: Kestner, circa 1900. Value Points: especially fine modeling including deep chin dimple, original lady body and body finish, with original store label for G.A. Schwarz of Philadelphia. $1100/1300

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469. English Felt Portrait Doll of King Edward VIII by Chad Valley

15” (38 cm.) Felt pressed and painted facial features portraying the English monarch, somber expression, stuffed stockinette lean body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Chad Valley, circa 1930. Value Points: the king is portrayed in regimental uniform with insignias and medallions, hat. $500/700

470. English Cloth Portrait of Yeoman of the Guard Doll in Uniform by Liberty

15” (38 cm.) Firmly-pressed muslin doll with painted facial features, white mohair wig and beard, stitched-on felt costume depicting the uniform of the Yeoman of the Guard. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Liberty of London, 1930s, included with the doll are 1936 letters from the US Embassy and Hamley’s store of London, concerning the search to acquire this doll. Value Points: vibrant original colors are well maintained. $400/500

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471. Set of Eight German Porcelain Figures in Traditional Costumes by Kister

2 ½” (6 cm.) Each is one-piece porcelain figure of person on porcelain green base, depicting woman or man in well-detailed traditional costumes. Excellent condition. Germany, A.W. FR. Kister Porcelain firm, circa 1900. $300/400

472. English Ensemble of British Coronation Dolls by Liberty of London

9” (23 cm.) -11”. The set of cloth dolls depict members of the Coronation party at the 1937 coronation of George VI, along with Queen Victorian in mourning costume. Each of five muslin dolls has stitch-shaped face, muslin painted features, mohair wig, and is wearing an elaborately hand-stitched cloth costume to represent its personage. Included is King George VI in his coronation robes and crown with “jewel” accents, Queen Mother Elizabeth with crown and matching velvet robe with “ermine” trim, Lord High Chancellor in coronation robes, and Queen Mary, mother of George VI. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: each of the dolls has original cloth label “Liberty of London”. Comments: English, 1937. Value Points: fine state of preservation of each meticulously created figure. $600/800

473. Set of Miniature Works of Shakespeare In Original Book Case

9” (23 cm.) x 8” book case. 2” x 1 ¼” books. A set of 37 soft leather bound books containing the works of William Shakespeare, published by Allied Newspapers Guild of London, and presented in their original three-shelved wooden book case. Excellent condition. Early 20th century $400/600

474. German Bisque “Just Me” Imp by Marseille with Original Costume

11” (28 cm.) Painted bisque socket head, blue glass sleep and side-glancing eyes, painted short lashes, tiny one-stroke brows, closed mouth with tiny bowshaped lips, blonde mohair wig, composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips, modeled bent right elbow. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Just Me Registered Germany A 310/3/0 M. Comments: Marseille, circa 1925. Value Points: delightful shy-faced imp made for the American market, with original unique body and costume, original finish on face is well-preserved. $500/700

475. Seven American Nancy Ann Storybook Dolls in Original Boxes

5” (13 cm.) Each is painted bisque with one-piece head, torso and legs, jointed arms, painted facial features and flat black slippers, including: Nellie Bird #176 with red hair; Daisy Belle #179 with blonde hair; Marjorie Daw #177 with brunette hair; Little Miss Donnet #163 with brunette hair; Pretty Maid #169 with blonde hair; Cinderella #155 with blonde hair; and variation of Cinderella #155 with blonde hair. Each doll is wearing its original costume in crisp unplayed with state of preservation, each has original wrist tag except Nellie Bird, and each is preserved in original labeled box. American, Nancy Ann Storybook Fairyland Series, 1940s. $200/400

476. Seven American Nancy Ann Storybook Dolls in Boxes

5” (13 cm.) Each is painted bisque with painted facial features and mohair wig including: Pussy Cat #126 with jointed legs, white ankle boots, and with pipecleaner plush cat, labeled box and wrist tag; Over the Hills #114 with jointed

legs, wrist tag and labeled box; Little Miss, Sweet Miss #110, with straight legs, wrist tag and labeled box (chip on shoe front); Little Boy Blue #115 with straight legs, wrist tag and labeled box; School Days #117 with straight legs, labeled box with heartshaped window front; One, Two Button My Shoe #123 with straight legs, painted black ankle boots, labeled box and wrist tag; and Merry Little Maid, #127, straight legs, with wrist tag and labeled box. Excellent condition but as noted.

$200/300

477. Five American Nancy Ann Storybook Dolls in Boxes

5” (13 cm.) Each is painted bisque with painted facial features and mohair wig, including: Little Bo Peep with jointed legs in original unlabeled rare pink starburst box, no wrist tag, late 1930s; Margie Ann #78 blonde girl in blue romper suit and cap, jointed legs, (incorrect box, no wrist tag), 1940s; blonde Summer from Season Series, #91, straight legs, in labeled box, with wrist tag; Little Miss Muffet #118, straight legs, in labeled box with rare window front; and Blonde Summer from Season Series #91, with wrist tag and labeled box with rare window front. Dolls are excellent except missing tags as noted. American, Nancy Ann Storybook Dolls, late 1930s-1940s.

$150/200

478. All-Original American “Blythe” by Kenner with Rare Eye Mechanism, Mint in Box

11” (28 cm.) Over-size hard plastic head with unique modeling including tiny chin and dramatically large eye sockets, tiny nose, pertlyshaped closed mouth, original platinum blonde wig rooted to wig cap, five-piece jointed body, original cotton patterned dress. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Kenner (seven lines of markings). Comments: Kenner, 1972, the doll was made for one year only, from designs by Allison Katzman and made by Kenner. Value Points: very rare pop culture doll with changeable eyes which transform when pull-string at back is pulled. The eye colors change from “groovy green” to “bouncy brown” to “beautiful blue” and to “pretty purple”, according to Kenner ads. The doll is preserved, unopened, in its original sealed box with price tags from Osco of $5.88 and sale price of $4.29. $600/800

Please note! An additional 100+ lots will be added to the end of the Sunday, October 29, 2023 auction and will immediately follow the catalog.