{"product_id":"rare-antique-german-all-bisque-character-baby-doll-mold-816-4","title":"Rare Antique German All-Bisque Character Baby Doll, Mold 816-4","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRare Antique German All-Bisque Character Baby Doll, Mold 816-4 — 5.5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA charming \u003cstrong\u003eantique German all-bisque character baby doll\u003c\/strong\u003e dating to the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStanding only \u003cstrong\u003e5.5 inches (approximately 14 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e tall, this little baby has a remarkably expressive character. The finely modeled face, plump cheeks, painted eyes, closed mouth, and molded and painted hair create the distinctive appearance associated with German character babies of this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe doll is entirely made of bisque. The movable arms and bent legs are jointed to the torso, allowing the baby to retain its characteristic natural pose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMold 816-4\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOf particular interest is the factory marking \u003cstrong\u003e816-4\u003c\/strong\u003e. The number \u003cstrong\u003e816\u003c\/strong\u003e is repeated on several parts of the doll and is also known on other all-bisque character babies of a similar type. Only a small number of examples from this series are represented in available sources, making mold 816 particularly interesting for collectors and further research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact manufacturer has not been conclusively documented. For this reason, we intentionally do not attribute the doll to a specific German factory without sufficient supporting evidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe doll is in good condition considering its age. There is a small chip in the neck area — please refer carefully to the photographs, where this detail is clearly shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne leg is slightly different in color from the other parts of the doll. The exact reason cannot be determined: the leg may have been replaced at some point, or the difference may simply be the result of more intensive cleaning of the surface. Neither possibility is presented as a confirmed fact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll condition details, markings, and surface characteristics are clearly shown in the photographs, which form an important part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod: Early 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: All-Bisque Character Baby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMold \/ Model: \u003cstrong\u003e816-4\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Bisque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: \u003cstrong\u003e5.5 inches \/ approximately 14 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-bisque construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJointed arms and legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePainted eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded and painted hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory markings present on multiple parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe doll retains the wonderful expressiveness and charm associated with small German character dolls of the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSmall in size yet full of personality, this is an appealing collectible example, particularly notable for its unusual \u003cstrong\u003e816-4\u003c\/strong\u003e marking and the limited number of known comparable examples\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat type of doll is this?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThis is an antique German all-bisque character baby doll dating to the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is the mold number of this antique doll?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe doll bears the mold or model marking 816-4. The number 816 is repeated on several parts of the doll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is this antique character baby doll made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe doll is entirely made of bisque and has an all-bisque construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow tall is the doll?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe doll is 5.5 inches tall, approximately 14 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs the manufacturer of this antique doll known?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe exact manufacturer has not been conclusively documented. The doll is therefore not attributed to a specific German factory without sufficient supporting evidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is the condition of the doll?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eThe doll is in good condition considering its age. There is a small chip in the neck area. One leg is slightly different in color from the other parts of the doll, although the exact reason for the difference cannot be determined. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs this antique German character doll available for purchase?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003eYes. This rare antique German all-bisque character baby doll, Mold 816-4, is available for purchase from Yana Lamar Gallery, specializing in antique and vintage dolls and collectible objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yana Lamar Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49675161272548,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/4834\/8644\/files\/IMG-0676.png?v=1787088908","url":"https:\/\/yanalamar.gallery\/products\/rare-antique-german-all-bisque-character-baby-doll-mold-816-4","provider":"Yana Lamar Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}