22nd Feb, 2024 12:00

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

 
  Lot 105
 

105

An unusual 19th century Grodnerthal pen-wipe dolls’ house doll

Sold for £230
Estimated at £250 - £350


 
An unusual 19th century Grodnerthal pen-wipe dolls’ house doll, painted wood with rare carved and black painted Apollo knot type hair, elongated neck, jointed arms, red and black felt dress with pale blue beads, skirt a pen-wipe so made with no legs —3 3/4in. (9.5cm.) high (old chip to paint on forehead, one arm loose)