Antique German porcelain bisque doll

Hi Tracey,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Heinrich Handwerck dolls, crafted in Germany from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, are esteemed for their exquisite craftsmanship and lifelike appearance. These dolls, typically made of bisque porcelain and composition torsos and limbs, boast delicately painted features, finely detailed hair, and articulated bodies. Their quality materials and meticulous construction have made them prized possessions among collectors worldwide. Handwerck's production spanned a range of doll types, from baby dolls to elegant fashion dolls, each reflecting the era's fashion and cultural trends. Renowned for their realism and charm, Heinrich Handwerck dolls continue to captivate enthusiasts and hold a significant place in doll-making history.
Though most HH dolls in good condition bring between $300-500 in the auction market these days, the loss of the hands is unfortunate and negatively impacts its value...it's more appropriately valued at $100-150.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An antique Heinrich Handwerck composition doll
made in Germany, late 19th/early 20th Century
with bisque porcelain head and jointed composition body, brown/black wig, brown/black sleeping eyes, wearing a white cotton dress and white leather(?) shoes. Stamped to the back of the head and marked at the top of the backside.
32 inches tall
CONDITION: In worn condition with losses to hands, flaking and losses to finish.
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$100-150*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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