Description

GERMAN BISQUE PARIAN-TYPE LADY WITH GLASS EYES BY ALT, BECK & GOTTSCHALCK. Marks: 889 #4. 17". Bisque shoulderhead, inset spiral-threaded blue glass eyes, painted lashes, eyeliner, multi-stroked brows, closed mouth, center accent line, fully-modelled ears, modelled dark blonde hair with ringlet curls and waves, old cloth body with leather arms, sewn-on red leather boots and striped stockings, original blue/gray silk dress. Commentary: Fine quality, very pale bisque complexion, sturdy original body, three fingers missing on right hand, otherwise good condition, silk dress in deteriorating condition.