#133

Larger German Porcelain Powder Jar "Stylized Art Deco Dancer with Red Ball"
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7 1/2" (19 cm.) Posed upon the lid of a round porcelain powder box with marbleized design is a kneeling dancer,her head thrown dramatically backward,having skull-fitted gilt cap and gilt slippers,and nude excepting the gilt belt that holds a widely-flared orange-striped skirt,her left hand resting on her knee and holding a red ball. Incised 179 Germany. Excellent condition. Attributed to Hertwig,circa 1920. From the Vicki Lee Little Collection.