It's a Stretch

This sleepy sultana, luxuriating a sensual stretch, represents how many Americans will no doubt feel after stuffing themselves with turkey and stuffing (although, admittedly most Americans would probably not look quite as fetching in a barely-there jeweled bra and sheer skirt). By the German firm of Galluba and Hofmann, she is a variation of a mold used by the company for a bathing beauty.  Decorated in creams and browns to resemble an ivory carving, this undulating odalisque is 8 inches long.  Of excellent bisque, this luscious lady is incised underneath “9724.”

A case up of her face and upper torso.  Her gold and bejeweled top is not merely painted on, but molded as a series of raised dots.

My Maneki Neko Page Updated!

A friend pointed out that I have not updated my Maneki Neko page for over a year.  I have made up for the neglect of my nekos by updating the page with the recent additions to my collection.

An Extremely Elegant Edwardian

This fabulous 11 inch tall bisque fashion lady by Galluba and Hofmann has managed to retain both her elaborate mohair wig and her intricate Edwardian gown of silk and lace for over a century.  The light brown mohair wig is twisted into a braided bun, adorned with pearls and plumes. Her gown, although a bit yellowed and tattered, shows the delicate details that Galluba lavished on its fashion ladies, from the lined lace bodice to the tiny bead "buttons."  Her graceful arms have been left white to long represent gloves and she has matching molded white high-bottom boots.  Underneath she no doubt wears the molded combination undergarments typical of Galluba.  There are no visible marks.