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She's dressed for the studio — artist's coat over a beautiful dress, curls escaping from under a large feathered hat — one of the most sought-after pieces from the Josef Originals Careers Series.
Maker: Josef Originals
Materials: Porcelain
Dimensions: 7.0" tall x 6.0" wide x 4.75" deep
Origin: Japan
Era: Vintage, 1960s
Condition: Average — the artist's brush is missing and the thumb on her right hand is broken; no chips, scratches, or crazing otherwise. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.
Every detail is painted with the quiet precision that made Josef Originals a household name among collectors. The Careers Series also included The Teacher, The Nurse, The Opera Singer, The Florist, and The Actress — a rare find under any condition, rarer still with the original markings intact. This piece carries the Josef Originals signature with a circled "C" on the unglazed bottom and the original black foil "Japan" sticker.
A beautiful addition to any Josef Originals collection, and a great conversation piece for anyone who loves art, figurines, or the golden age of mid-century collectibles.
Josef Originals was the creation of Muriel Joseph George, who began designing figurines during the final years of World War II. Her earliest pieces were produced in California between 1945 and 1962, before manufacturing moved to Japan. Muriel retired in 1981; she passed away in 1992.
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