{"product_id":"antique-heinrich-handwerck-109-bisque-head-doll-23-inches-sleeping-blue-glass-eyes-germany-c-1905-1915","title":"Antique Heinrich Handwerck 109 Bisque Head Doll, 23 Inches, Sleeping Blue Glass Eyes, Germany c. 1905–1915","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beautiful antique \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeinrich Handwerck mold 109\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e doll is an excellent example of the refined craftsmanship that made German dollmakers famous during the early twentieth century. Standing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23 inches (approximately 58 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tall, she has an elegant presence, beautifully balanced proportions, and the sweet, expressive face that makes the Handwerck 109 one of the factory’s most admired molds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe doll is marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e109 \/ 12 DEP Germany H 4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the back of the head. Her bisque head is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent antique condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, free of cracks, chips, or restorations. She has finely hand-painted facial features, soft rosy cheeks, an open mouth with teeth, and beautiful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblue glass sleeping eyes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The eye mechanism works properly, giving her a wonderfully lifelike expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe wears a lovely \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural mohair wig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which complements her gentle face and classic presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe doll is mounted on her \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal German jointed wood and composition body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which is complete and structurally sound. The body has been lightly refreshed with paint in the past, while preserving its original construction. It shows only minor age-related wear, consistent with its antique character. The stringing is good, allowing the doll to stand securely and display beautifully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe is dressed in a beautiful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eantique cotton dress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with antique undergarments. A second delicate antique dress is included, offering an additional display option and adding to the charm and collectibility of the set. She also wears stockings and vintage shoes that complete her elegant presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeinrich Handwerck dolls are highly regarded for their expressive faces, fine bisque quality, and excellent German craftsmanship. This example combines a desirable mold number, excellent head condition, an original body, working sleeping eyes, and a beautiful wardrobe, making her a wonderful addition to any serious antique doll collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike many dolls in our gallery, she has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eher own specially composed musical piece and an artistic YouTube video\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, created to celebrate her unique character and history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and condition report.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReasonable offers are welcome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heinrich Handwerck","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49357833896164,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/4834\/8644\/files\/antique-heinrich-handwerck-bisque-head-doll-sleeping-blue-glass-eyes-germany.png?v=1783620416","url":"https:\/\/yanalamar.gallery\/products\/antique-heinrich-handwerck-109-bisque-head-doll-23-inches-sleeping-blue-glass-eyes-germany-c-1905-1915","provider":"Yanalamar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}