Antique Kestner 128 Closed Mouth Doll 21" Bisque 8 Ball Body Germany
A truly magnificent antique Kestner 128 closed-mouth doll, measuring approximately 21 inches / 53 cm tall. She is an exceptionally beautiful example with a very pale, luminous bisque complexion, expressive brown glass eyes, an early jointed body, and a wonderful antique wardrobe in rich burgundy tones.
She has a remarkable presence and is absolutely display-ready — a true centerpiece for an antique doll collection. ❤️
🌹 Doll Details
Maker: Kestner, Germany
Mold: 128
Height: approximately 21" / 53 cm
Antique bisque socket head
Beautiful closed mouth
Exceptionally pale, smooth facial bisque
Delicately painted brows and lashes
Softly blushed cheeks
Brown glass sleep eyes with working mechanism
Head is free of cracks, hairlines, and chips
Beautiful brown curly mohair wig
🌹 Early Antique Body
She is on a wonderful early composition body with 8 ball joints and the desirable heavier, fuller seat/body shape.
Original antique finish
Original red accent painting remains visible on the legs
Straight wrists
Hands show some age-related surface wear, as expected
Body retains wonderful antique character and patina
Newly presented and ready for display
The body shows normal signs of age, but overall its preservation is remarkable and beautifully complements the excellent bisque head.
👗 Antique Clothing
Her ensemble is especially beautiful and was carefully chosen to complement her coloring.
She wears:
Vintage batiste and lace undergarments
A magnificent antique dark burgundy/red velvet dress
Fully lined
Entirely hand sewn with needle and thread
Decorated with handmade flowers and a silk sash
Original-style antique metal buttons at the back
The antique dress itself is in wonderful preserved condition
Beige cotton knee-high stockings
Fine genuine leather burgundy shoes with a subtle sheen
Shoes are decorated with beautiful silk ribbon rosettes
🎀 Bonnet & Accessories
On her head is an exquisite bonnet coordinated with the dress, created from:
Burgundy velvet
Antique-style lace
Silk ribbons
Decorative ribbon flowers
She also wears a beautiful antique gold-tone necklace decorated with small cameo-style plaques, which looks especially elegant against the deep red velvet.
✨ Condition
This doll is in exceptionally beautiful antique condition.
Most importantly:
No cracks or chips to the bisque head
Working sleep-eye mechanism
Beautiful antique-style mohair wig
Early body retaining its original finish
Some expected age-related wear to the composition, particularly on the hands
Antique clothing is remarkably well preserved
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the doll's condition in detail.
❤️ Important Notes
This is an authentic antique doll and therefore naturally shows signs of age consistent with her history. These small imperfections are part of her antique character and have not diminished her extraordinary beauty.
Her very pale bisque, closed mouth, large expressive brown eyes, rich velvet costume, and wonderful early body make her an especially striking Kestner.
She is the kind of doll that immediately draws the eye in a cabinet or antique doll room — elegant, rare-looking, beautifully dressed, and ready to become the centerpiece of a collection.
📦 Included
You will receive:
Kestner 128 doll
Brown curly mohair wig
Vintage undergarments
Antique velvet dress
Burgundy bonnet
Cotton stockings
Genuine leather shoes
Cameo-style antique necklace
Doll stand and any other display props are not included unless specifically stated.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions or if you would like additional photographs.
🌹 A breathtaking antique Kestner with a wonderfully serene expression and an unforgettable deep-red presentation.