Description
Antique Germany 27" China head, shoulders, arms doll, heavy cloth filled body, flat head, black curly hair (showing a little paint loss in the back), center part, blue eyes, ca. 1860's. Cloth body was refreshed from a leather original body probably around 1940, 50, keeping the feet in the original stuffed body shape, from leather to cloth. She wears a fantastically styled Victorian era 2 peace pink satin dress & accessories, professionally sewn to fit her body & shape (photo 8 displays the fit with sewn-in lining). Pleated ribbon, fine lace trim, ruffles, draping and a bustle in the back are a few of the detailed accents. On her feet are fine knit stockings and authentic black leather shoes. Underneath is an ivory corset cover which buttons down the front & lace trim. Over it is a pink satin chemise camisole with lace trim. Her white cotton half slip is accented with cut & pierced 7 1/2" eyelet ruffle hem having a woven through pink satin ribbon at it's top. Finely is the pair of white cotton bloomers with scalloped, pierced ruffled hem, (wish I could show more photos, limit is reached). On her shoulder she carries a glass beaded purse, an imitation of the Victorian style version (last photo). The head, shoulders and arms are in perfect condition with no chips, cracks or scratches, no damage. The clothes are in perfect condition with no breaks or stains, no soil. From a pet free, smoke free home in my collection for 40 + years. Doll is heavy and large and requires extra precaution in packing and a large box. The shipping shown in the listing is only a sample & does not include the packing material necessary to safely ship. Estimated shipping to Wilton, Ct. totals .25 and varies from state to state. If shipping is less than estimated, buyer will receive a credit for the difference. (Additional requested dimensions, Head chin to hair top 3" x 12" circumference, shoulder plate 7" tall x 8" wide bottom, arms 10 1/2" long, china 5 1/4", legs 13" long, waist 14", bust 15" circumference stuffed body, 16" circumference china plate). NO OFFERS ACCEPTED, 5.00 FIRM
