Rare Early 20th Century Antique AM 353.
Armand Marseille Oriental Character Baby Doll .
Circa 1913 Germany.
In the Cieslik book, German Doll Encyclopedia 1800-1939,
Armand Marseille registered the Oriental 353 head mold in 1913.
From the owner's private collection (downsizing as retiring).
He has beautifully colored bisque with ethnic features.
Incised A M Germany 353 on the back of his neck.
Approx. 11 inches long.
Early 20th Century Baby doll.
Bisque dome headed doll with ethnic features.
Black painted hair, overspray at back of neck, smudge on face.
Red dots in nostrils, closed mouth.
Brown sleeping eyes.
When his eyes are closed you can see part of his original wax eyelids.
He wears a Vintage 80s handmade Chinese style suit.
Pant waist might need adjusting.
Five piece composition bent limb baby body, loosely strung, in aged, vintage condition.
It has not been restored by current owner.
Under armholes show evidence of old repairs.
The body has scrapes and scratches commensurate with his very old age.
(Please see all the BIG close-up photographs for detailed condition).Click on the links below for bigger photographs:
Big photo seated
Big photo cap off
Profile seated right
Head and shoulders
Face close-up
Seated undressed
Closed eyes, wax eyelids
Left profile eyes closed
Right profile eyes closed
Back view seated
Back of legs
Toe chip right foot
Arms raised
Top and trousers
Email Elfie ([email protected]) with any questions if you are interested in this lovely antique doll.
11" Rare Armand Marseille AM 353 Oriental Bisque Character Baby Doll
