Vintage Florence Ceramics 'Marsie' figurine. - Hard to find Marsie wearing a rose pink dress she holds open with cream collar, gloves and hat. - 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 'Marsie' inscribed on the base - Excellent condition with no cracks or chips. There are some tiny spots on the skirt where the pink has worn to show the white porcelain beneath. Please see photos for more detail. Measurements: 7 3/8" x 6 1/2" x 5 1/2"
