DEP German or French Antique Doll Bisque Jointed Body Start Price USD 475.00 Current Price USD 475.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price USD 650.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, August 23, 2008 End Time Saturday, August 30, 2008 Location Harrison, Arkansas See more about 'DEP German or French Antique Doll Bisque Jointed Body' Description DEP Bisque Antique Doll French or German origin Mark:DEP4 (size) 14-inches tallGlass eyes Open mouth, top teeth/square shapeCLICK FOR CLOSE-UP PHOTOS OF DOLL AND BODY Composition- and wood-jointed body, jointed at shoulders, elbows, hips, kneesPierced ears: no earringsPainted, feathered brows Good wigCondition: clothing, excellent; body, repaired and sound —old, possibly original to doll head. See photos. We are not the original owners, and cannot give the history of the doll and the repair to the body. Portions of the body, such as the arms and hands, seem newer than the trunk and legs, but possibly just part of the body restoration?Appropriate clothing; vintage hat:Two piece, dress and vest outfit, lace- and ribbon-trimmed outift; back tie-backUnderclothing; stockings and shoes "DEP dolls originated in the 1880s. On a French doll, the "DEP" signifies "Depose," and on a German doll "Deponirt." DEP dolls are generally regarded as French....""The later dolls are widely considered to be German. Most likely all were of German origin. Simon & Halbig seems the obvious source, as indicated by the deeply molded and  cut eye socket."SOURCE: pg. 134, 200 Years of Dolls, Dawn Herlocher I have examined the head and it is free from chips, cracks, repairs or distracting color abrasions or loss; also, the eyes do not have any chips or hairlines. Notice the slight scuffs on cheeks. I welcome questions. Please send an e-mail if you have questions or need further information. Payment I accept Paypal, Cashier's Check, Personal Check, or Money Orders. ON CHECKS, please anticipate a 10-day routine hold before I ship and items paid by check to allow for the bank transfer of funds.FREE U.S. SHIPPING & HANDLING FREE SHIPPING, USAThis item will be shipped FREE via FedEx or USPSMy goal is to ship within two business days after completed payment.We wrap for shipping with precision.I offer combined shipping whenever possible, adding $3 for each additional item.There are two restrictions on my Combined Shipping Offer: 1) The construction of the multiple items must allow for combined packaging in a standard-size shipping carton (2) The items must be constructed so they can safely travel together in the same carton with reasonable packaging. Over-sized items or items of a fragile nature often need individual packaging and do not qualify for this offer. $14 INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING & Handling$14 Flat Shipping Rate, InternationalThis item will be shipped USPS Priority International.Combined International Shipping Savings:I offer combined international shipping whenever possible. I add $3 for each additional item.There are two restrictions on my International Combined Shipping offer: 1) The construction of the multiple items must allow for combined packaging in a standard-size shipping carton (2) The items must be constructed so they can safely travel together in the same carton with reasonable packaging. Over-sized items or items of a fragile nature often need individual packaging and do not qualify for this offer. Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!