Vintage Florence Ceramics Genevieve Semi Porcelain Lady Figurine

Vintage Florence Ceramics 'Genevieve' figurine. - Hand crafted circa the 1950s from semi-porcelain lady with blonde hair wearing a blue coat with ermine trim. She has a purple colored hat and dress. - 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 'Genevieve' inscribed on the base - Excellent condition with no cracks or chips. Measurements: 8" x 5 1/2" x 4 3/4"