1960s Mid Century Royal Dux Porcelain Skier Jiri Cernoch Czechoslovakia Stratton compact It is in very good

It is in very good condition with no chips or cracks - a knot is visible on the side

so pieces of black silk remain

The rhinestones reflect a rainbow of colours depending on lighting conditions - primarily

It is a little difficult to date as it is rather unique

1960s Mid Century Royal Dux Porcelain Skier Jiri Cernoch Czechoslovakia Stratton compact It is in very goodThis is a wonderful mid century modern porcelain skier figurine designed by Ji ernoch for Royal Dux of Czechoslovakia. Ji ernoch (b. 1924) started design work for Royal Dux in 1951, only becoming a full time employee in 1968. He specialized in animals, but also designed female figures and athletes. This skier figurine was produced in a small number during the mid 1960s. It is very sculptural and conveys a wonderful sense of motion, with the skier