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Antique Porcelain Half Doll, Collectible Pincushion Doll, Unmarked Germany

$ 166.32

Availability: 100 in stock
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Maker: Germany
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1930
  • Condition: Excellent antique condition. No chips, cracks or repairs. Beautiful and rare.Please view ALL photos and read entire description.

    Description

    Hello & Welcome,
    This listing is for an antique Half doll.
    A rare and unusual half doll that you don't see often.
    It is unmarked Germany.
    References can be found in Volume 7 of The Half Doll by Shona & Marc Lorrin. Page 196 Figure 7-994. They supply only a photo and not much information but it is referenced.
    I am not positive of the maker but it has been suggested to me by several antique dealers as well as collectors that it most likely was manufactured by Carl Schneider and painted by artist Karl Unger.
    Circa 1910-1920
    This half doll is in excellent condition with NO chips, cracks or repairs.
    She comes from my private collection and has been kept in a curio cabinet in a smoke free environment.
    She is a medium size half doll and is just 3 inches.
    This is an exceptional and beautiful antique piece. The painting on her is done by a very skilled artist.
    The overall piece is remarkable and the sculpted detailing of her arms and bodice is exceptional.
    She is an "arms away- returning" style half doll .
    The detailing on her low cut bodice is extraordinary. It gives the illusion of flowing or draping fabric. Please see the photos as they tell the story much better than I.
    She has been hand painted but a very skilled artisan. Her bodice has been painted a deep purple with teal straps.
    She has her hands placed behind her head as if lying on her back gazing up at the stars.
    She has long wispy curls that frame her lovely face and she has sultry brown eyes.
    I had two of these in my collection. The other one which has sold was a peacock green with purple straps. Please view photos 8 & 9.
    Please view all the photos to see the details. The photos are provided as a large part of the description.
    The doll you see in the first photo and corresponding photos is the exact doll you will receive.
    NOTE: Photos 8 & 9 show the other half doll of this same mold but in different colors. I finished that half doll into a pincushion/boudoir doll for a customer. The very last photo shows other dolls which I have for sale.
    These are NOT included in this listing.  They are shown so that you may see other items that I have in my store and ideas on how this lovely half doll can be transformed into an heirloom pincushion doll.
    Please ask any questions you may have prior to buying, I will always answer promptly.
    If you would like me to finish this half doll into a pincushion doll, tea cozy or Boudoir doll please message me. I am always happy to design and create a base for any half doll that I have in my shop.
    Please take a moment to browse through the "Pincushion Doll " section of my shop to see a sample of my "one of a kind" pincushion/dresser dolls.
    These dolls are all designed and hand crafted/sewn by me. Each design is first sketched and then I create pattern pieces for each original costume from my sketch.
    Shipping will be done through USPS.  First Class Domestic shipping includes full insurance.
    I do ship world wide.   I use eBay's Global shipping program.
    I pack all my own orders and pack them with care.  I ship your order out promptly and always provide tracking so you know when to expect your order.
    Thank you for viewing my listing and please visit my online store for other antique half dolls along with many other interesting items.
    Happy shopping and have a wonderful and blessed day.