Herm Steiner 5/0 12" Doll with Sleep Eyes

Updated August 6, 2026

Lot number	101
Category	Toys & Collectibles
Auction	08-09-2026 Amazing Single Owner Antique Doll Collection!
Date	August 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM EDT
Auction house	Tom Hall Auctions, Inc
Location	Cambridge, ON

This is a 12-inch Herm Steiner 5/0 doll featuring a composition and wood body. She displays striking bright blue sleep eyes, an open mouth with visible teeth, and delicately painted facial details on her porcelain head. The doll comes dressed in an appropriate period-style lace-trimmed dress, socks, and shoes, and is fitted with a paired new blonde wig styled in curls. Marked "Herm Steiner 5/0" on the back of her head, this figure showcases classic European craftsmanship. Visible signs of age include paint wear and finish checks, particularly on the limbs. A notable example for collectors appreciating early doll making and German artistry. May have had some restorations. **Shipping Notice: Due to the delicate nature of the doll's sleep eye mechanism, any shipped doll will arrive with the wig and skull cap removed, and the eyes secured to help minimize the risk of damage during transit. Please expect this if you require shipping. Because of the additional time and care required to prepare the doll for safe shipment, an additional handling fee may apply. These dolls are exceptionally fragile, and while we take the greatest care in packing and securing every item, shipping always carries an inherent risk. By requesting shipping, you acknowledge and accept the possibility of damage that may occur during transit.

Herm Steiner 5/0 12" Doll with Sleep Eyes

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