{"product_id":"kestner-laser-body-antique-doll","title":"Antique German Kestner Bisque Doll with Original Leather Body, 17 Inches, Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis charming antique \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKestner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e doll is a wonderful example of fine German doll craftsmanship from the late nineteenth century. Measuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e17 inches (approximately 43 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, she has beautifully balanced proportions and a sweet, expressive face with warm brown glass eyes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer eyes are fixed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Elegant and full of character, she would make a beautiful addition to any serious antique doll collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bisque head is made of high-quality porcelain and is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent antique condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, free of cracks, chips, or restorations. Her delicately hand-painted facial features, soft rosy complexion, finely detailed eyebrows, and expressive brown glass eyes create the gentle, lifelike expression for which early Kestner dolls are admired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal leather body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remains in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efair antique condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The leather is intact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewithout holes or tears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and the original cork filling remains secure without deterioration or loss. For this reason, the body has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot been restored\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, preserving its historical authenticity, which is highly appreciated by collectors of early German dolls. The structure remains stable and suitable for display. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note the lower section of one leg, where age-related wear is present. This area is clearly shown in the photographs and has been taken into account when describing the doll’s condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe doll is dressed in a beautiful custom-made dress, created especially for her, which complements her elegant appearance and period style. She also wears an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eantique bonnet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that beautifully suits her age and enhances her authentic nineteenth-century character.\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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReasonable offers are welcome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kestner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49357636305124,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/4834\/8644\/files\/kestner-laser-body-antique-doll.png?v=1783618866","url":"https:\/\/yanalamar.gallery\/products\/kestner-laser-body-antique-doll","provider":"Yanalamar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}