The Kerry Carman Doll Collection
Monday, 14 - Wednesday, 23 October 2024
German Paper Mache Taufling Baby with Original Body
Estimate $300 - $600
Realised: $200 plus premium
Lot Details
solid domed wax on papier mache head, black glass stationary eyes closed mouth, flat cut socket on shoulder plate with lower torso, wooden arms and legs on rag cloth with bellows (no working) 40cm wearing antique cot gown and petticoat This type of doll appeared C1860, inspired by Japanese child doll that had just been introduced to Europe at the International Expositions, and is considered the forerunner of the Germany ball-jointed bisque child doll
