22nd Feb, 2024 12:00

The Important Private Antique Doll Collection of Austin Smith and Margaret Harkin - Part 1

 
Lot 13
 

13

A rare 19th century German papier-mache shoulder-head soldier doll probably in 18th century British uniform

Sold for £750
Estimated at £800 - £1,200


 

A rare 19th century German papier-mache shoulder-head soldier doll probably in 18th century British uniform, with blue painted eyes, black painted centre-parted hair falling over ears, stuffed body with painted wooden limbs, red painted shoes, red felt tail coat with gilt thread ribbon and spangles trim, high collar, white silk breeches, gilt garters and black felt bicorne hat with gilt tassels —12 3/4in. (32cm.) high (back of hair an old over paint, slight damage to clothes and ageing)