Antique doll Bisque JDK Kestner 247 Jean Marked Germany 40 cm (16 in)

Antique 40 cm (16 in) tall JDK Kestner 247 doll. This is Jean, Hilda's sister from the characteristic Kestner family of babies, with a beautifully hand-painted face. Her original natural mohair wig is in excellent condition. Glass, sleeping eyes work well. The bisque doll head is perfect. There is a photo with light. The body of a child is 5 parts. There is a partial restoration of coverage. Her elastic bands have been replaced and she has a good stretch. The quality of the photo allows you to scale. In general, for its more than a hundred years of age, the body is in good condition without loss. Her lingerie, dress and bonnet are French style cotton with antique and vintage cutwork lace embroidered. The booties and cap are crocheted from CROCHE threads with vintage lace and satin ribbon trim. Very rare and iconic doll. She will give a lot of positive emotions. For reference: The king of doll manufacturers - Johann Daniel Kestner (JDK) from Waltershausen, Thuringia, Germany, started making papier-mâché, wooden dolls and toys as early as 1816. Kestner eventually employed nearly three-quarters of the inhabitants of the Waltershausen region, which earned him an income. Nickname "King Kestner". In 1858 J. D. Kestner passed away and his grandson Adolf eventually took over the management of the company. Around 1860 Kästner produced head wax for papier-mâché dolls, by 1860 they had purchased a porcelain factory in Ohrdruf and began to produce the biscuit dolls known to collectors today. Kestner was one of the few German doll makers who produced a complete doll - head and body. You can ask questions and ask for additional photos if necessary. Please bid if you are sure. Wish you have a good time and find something special for you. See my other auctions. Good luck bidding and thanks for looking.

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