Kestner 211 Baby Doll, 9 Inches

Updated August 6, 2026

Lot number	103
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 German bisque-head baby doll marked "211" and "J.D.K. Germany," measuring approximately 9 inches in length. The doll features an expressive, open-mouthed face with blue glass sleep eyes, painted lower lashes, feathered brows, and a dimple chin. Her blonde mohair wig is complemented by a lace-trimmed bonnet and a period white dress. The original composition body shows some minor surface wear, typical for its age, including light scuffs, very small paint loss on the fingers and toes, and faint surface marks on the limbs and torso. The doll presents a charming example of Kestner's "character baby" with detailed molding and classic appeal. **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.

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