Discovery
Description:
Two Large Handwerck Halbig Bisque Head Dolls and a Chair, Germany, both with open mouths, newer blonde mohair wigs, blue sleeping eyes, one incised 119-13, one HEINRICH HANDWERCK SIMON & HALBIG, both with fully articulated composition bodies, ht. 28, 31 in.; together with a rocking chair with caned seat and back and filigree trim.
Estimate $300-500
Smaller doll has wig pulls back of head, larger doll has spot and rub on cheek, both bodies have wear and soil, with some reinforced repair at upper legs.
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