Dancer Half-Figurine in Porcelain, Germany, 1920s

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A toy, an accessory? This half-figurine is much more than that! Coming from the fragile and sophisticated world of German … Read more A toy, an accessory? This half-figurine is much more than that! Coming from the fragile and sophisticated world of German porcelain in the early 20th century, this half-figurine, also known as a "Half-Doll," is a true collector's item.

Created in the early 20th century, probably during the period between Art Nouveau (1890-1910) and Art Deco (1910-1930), this porcelain doll bust was not intended for children's play, but for decorating wooden boxes, sewing textiles as box ornaments, or as a doll, but for display in a display case. The small holes located on the base of the figurine allow it to be sewn to boxes or used as a doll.

Fine and delicate, the details of this "Lady Figurine" are incredibly realistic, like a theater scene where time has stood still. This porcelain figurine represents a woman, a dancer whose physique is inspired by the early 20th-century trend, blending historical attributes with artistic exaggerations. These women in ethnic attire were the center of attention, where artists looked to the East, imagining adventures among sand dunes, pyramids, and the African savannah. The particularity of this one is that its hat is not polychrome.

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Dimensions:
→ Height: 8 cm
→ Width: 5 cm
→ Depth: 4 cm
→ Weight: 50 grams This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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