Figurine
Object number2013.67.2
Date1941
OriginGermany
MediumCeramic/Paint
Credit LineGift of Carl Brown, Jr.
DescriptionFigurine of a female ice skater in motion. Base is white, simulating ice.Dimensions9 x 10 x 3.375 in. (22.9 x 25.4 x 8.6 cm)MarksMaker's mark stamped on base "[image of crown] / W / 1764 / GERMANY"; "17" to left of stamp.
Historical NotesDonna Atwood figurie. Donor Carl Brown, Jr., was a former event planner in the city and knew many people in the entertainment industry. He claims that John H. Harris had this figurine commissioned to promote Donna Atwood, the star of his show “The Ice Capades” and also his wife. Harris gave the figurine to a friend of the donor’s family, McSorley, who eventually gave it to the donor.
Related person
Donna Atwood
Previous owner
Carl Brown Jr.
Related person
John H. Harris
Related institution
Ice Capades Inc.
Terms
On View
Not on view
Sears, Roebuck and Company
Riedell Shoes, Inc.
1970-1979
1983
2006
A.G. Spalding & Brothers
