Description: Vintage Florence Ceramics 'Matilda' figurine. - Victorian lady called 'Matilda' wearing a blue dress with white and gold hat and fur muff. - Hand crafted circa the 1950s from semi-porcelain with extensive hand applied 22 karat gold detailing - Florence Ward (1898-1991) began taking art classes as a way of coping with the death of one of her sons in 1939. Encouraged by a professor, she began making ceramics out of her garage in 1942. Within seven years demand for her pieces was so strong Florence Ceramics was operating a large factory in Pasadena. The company produced a selection of home products but is best known for the ‘Florence Collection’ - authentic, detailed reproductions of historical and fictional characters. - Marked 'Florence Ceramics Pasadena California' on base with 'Matilda' inscribed on the base - Excellent condition with no cracks or chips. Measurements: 8 3/4" x 6 1/2" x 6 1/2"
Price: 65 USD
Location: Carpinteria, California
End Time: 2025-01-24T08:07:40.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Florence Ceramics
Type: Figurine
Size: Medium
Color: Blue
Style: 1950s
Original/Reproduction: Original
Material: Porcelain
Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1959
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Finish: Glossy
Subject: Women
Handmade: Yes
