Figurine Ballerina, white ceramic, Jihokera Bechyně, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
900 PLN
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This ceramic figurine of a ballerina, produced by Jihokera Bechyně in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s, is a quintessential example of modernist mid-century design. Crafted in a warm, creamy off-white hue, the piece is coated with a smooth, high-gloss glaze that envelops the surface uniformly, emphasizing the purity of its form. The ballerina is depicted seated, adjusting her ballet shoe, with gently rounded lines and naturalistic proportions. Finely rendered folds in the tutu and a classic bun hairstyle reveal meticulous sculptural attention, characteristic of Central European craftsmanship from the mid-20th century. The base is marked with the number 165, and the figurine survives in very good original condition, free from chips or restoration—only a delicate network of fine craquelure, an authentic sign of age, graces its surface.This piece speaks in the quietly elegant voice of the 1960s, where modernism met a longing for classical grace. The poised gesture and serene expression evoke the meditative moments of a dancer preparing backstage. The glossy glaze captures and reflects light, almost as if preserving a fragment of the theater, while the craquelure whispers stories from decades past, bestowing a genuine vintage aura. The form conveys both the discipline of ballet practice and the softness of movement, making it a true representative of the mid-century modern era—celebrating grace and subtlety.The ballerina figurine can be displayed on a living room console, a bedroom chest of drawers, or a bookshelf dedicated to art and design. Its neutral palette and classic silhouette allow it to be paired with other ceramic objects or minimalist metal and glass décor. It would suit a collector’s mid-century modern interior or a classically eclectic setting. Consider juxtaposing it with a low Murano
DIMENSION
Height22 cm
Width17.5 cm
Length31 cm
Dimension details
Length31 cm
Height22 cm
Width17.5 cm
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