Antique 17 Early Kestner XI Pouty Doll With Wonderful Early Body. Pretty Gentle faced expression on this wonderful Kestner XI. She stands 17 tall and was made by the illustrious Kestner Firm in 1882. The XI dolls are cherished for their beautiful, clear bisque and endearing faces. She is a desirable RARE-TO-FIND early model with her chunky, original early body with straight wrists, cupped hands and great sculpting. She has dreamy brown glass eyes with delicately painted eyelashes and red dots that accent her eye corners. Her facial painting is superb- with pink blush at her cheeks and chin, beautifully accented nostrils, perfectly feathered brows and heart shaped lips with a red accent line. She has a closed mouth and her facial modeling is fantastic-n such character! She wears her original fabulous extra long blonde wig with spiral curls over her pate. Her sturdy, early German body has its shiny, original finish and is in great condition. She wears an antique dress over her antique underthings with antique shoes and matching hat- what more could you ask for? Marks: back of neck; XI (see photos). Condition: Perfect bisque socket head (no hairlines, chips, or restoration) Original EARLY German composition and wood ball jointed body in wonderful condition. Doll dresser not included.