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July 25, 2009

Lot: 13Lot: 15

Mounted German bisque head doll mechanical pull toy with music box.;
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Mounted German bisque head doll mechanical pull toy with music box.;
LOT 14

Mounted German bisque head doll mechanical pull toy with music box.;



Estimate: $1,000.00 - $1,500.00
Realized: $1850

Mounted German bisque head doll mechanical pull toy with music box.; silk clad clown equestrienne mounted on textured paper mache horse. Forward motion causes doll's arms to raise, her head to turn, and music to play. Details include human hair wig, horse hair tail, leather bridle and crupper, velvet covered platform. Doll with human hair wig, and silk costume; impressed mark, probably for Zinner, Gottlieb & Sohne. Overall 20"H. x 12"L. Doll on horse 17"H. Good condition, very minor fabric wear.