About This Doll

A beautiful antique German bisque porcelain head doll, circa 1890–1915. Standing approximately 21 inches tall, she is a wonderful example of the finest doll-making traditions of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras — consistent with makers such as Armand Marseille, Simon & Halbig, or Kestner. No maker's mark is visible in the photos; one may be present beneath the wig on the back of the head plate.

Head & Face

The bisque head is in excellent condition with no visible cracks or repairs. She has beautiful golden-blonde eyebrows, warm rosy cheeks, and expressive brown glass sleep eyes with applied lashes. Her open mouth reveals a row of upper porcelain teeth — a hallmark of quality German dolls of this period.

Body

The body is a cloth and leather composite, typical of the era. The bisque lower arms and hands are attached, with lovely sculpted finger detail on the right hand.

Costume & Accessories

Pale blue silk/taffeta dress bodice with 5 black fabric-covered buttons

Full tulle overlay skirt in pale blue with ribbon trim at hem

Ivory lace-trimmed puff sleeves

White cotton lace-trimmed pantaloons

Gold bead and coral necklace (appears original)

One original pale blue silk shoe with rhinestone buckle (one shoe missing)

Period white cotton stockings

Condition

Good antique condition for 100+ years of age. Please note the following:

ONE SHOE IS MISSING — only the right shoe is present

Tulle skirt shows age-related fraying and deterioration at the edges

One bodice button is loose/detached at the lower position

General age-appropriate patina and light soiling on costume

Hair wig is disheveled but intact

The bisque head and porcelain hands are in very good condition. All photos are of the actual item — please review carefully before purchasing.

Shipping

Ships carefully wrapped and boxed. Combined. Please allow 3–5 business days for packing. I ship to the US and internationally.