Vintage Schaubach Kunst • Porcelain Female 9-1/2" Figurine Volleyball Germany For Sale

"Pristine vintage condition. Both the extended left arm/fingers and the right hand holding the volleyball are completely intact with absolutely no chips, cracks, breaks, or professional restorations. The dual-finish (glossy uniform and matte bisque skin) is exceptionally clean. Beautifully preserved from all angles."

Up for sale or purchase is a highly collectible, original pre-war German Art Deco fine porcelain figurine of a female volleyball player / athlete preparing to serve. Masterfully designed by Kurt Steiner for the prestigious Schaubach Kunst factory (Wallendorf/Thuringia, Germany) around the time of the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games, this dynamic sculpture beautifully showcases the geometric symmetry and athletic grace of the 1930s European design movement.The piece is expertly hand-painted, highlighting a crisp, glossy white athletic uniform that contrasts elegantly against the realistic matte bisque texture of her skin.Manufacturer: Schaubach Kunst (Wallendorf, Germany)Designer: Kurt SteinerModel Number: 1285/I (Impressed on the underside)Theme: 1936 Olympic Era Female Athlete / Volleyball PlayerMaterial: Mixed Glazed & Matte Bisque Fine PorcelainHeight: Approx. 9.5 inches (24 cm)

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