Fabulous Big Blonde Bare Chested Folk Art Hula Dancer damaged facade all about color and pattern

all about color and pattern and composition and mark-making

almost like a Japanese washi paper

This definitely has age to it

neither of whom looks especially glad to be sitting for their portraits

The only missing bit that I can see if the very top layer on the upper right "arm

Fabulous Big Blonde Bare Chested Folk Art Hula Dancer damaged facade all about color and patternI just love her. So proud. Hand painted chalkware, 1940s or so I'd think? She stands on her own, but is quite top heavy (!) so does require a flat surface or else she might topple. 8 1 4" t x 3 3 4" w x 1 5 8" d and in very good vintage condition, perfectly aged.