30th Apr, 2024 12:00

The Austin Smith and Margaret Harkin Antique Doll Collection - Part 2

 
Lot 4
 

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An 19th century miniature Grodnerthal doll in a walnut shell purse

Sold for £160
Estimated at £150 - £200


 
An 19th century miniature Grodnerthal doll in a walnut shell purse, carved and painted wood with black painted features, rosy cheeks, carved nose, jointed wooden bodies with red painted shoes and white cotton dress, stitched into one half of a walnut shell, one side with green lining and the other with dark pink, the shell with white glass button fastening and on dark green cord —1 ¼in. (3cm.) height of doll