Step into a world of beauty and be captivated by this lovely Lefton China Hand Painted Japanese Bride Figurine. This creation with its grace and elegance carries with it a rich history. Handcrafted Japanese quality, with artistry unique to the Lefton Company, this figurine is a splendid example of what can come from the mastery of porcelain art. Lefton’s as its known was established in the early 1940s by George Zoltan Lefton, it quickly gained recognition for what today are highly sought after collectable hand-painted porcelain pieces. With fair skin that radiates a delicate glow, our Japanese bride stands resplendent in a flowing snow-white wedding dress. Every inch of her breathtaking gown is adorned with intricate and meticulously painted gold color designs, showcasing the skill and dedication of the artisans who brought her to life. As if touched by celestial hands, the back of the dress is adorned with delicate gold speckles, adding a touch of enchantment to this already mesmerizing creation. She cradles a bouquet of tender pink flowers, their petals smooth, delicate and accented by pastel blue ribbons dangling in the wind. This whimsical figurine is a testament to the creativity and attention to detail that has graced us with this vintage piece. Turning our gaze to the underside of this captivating figurine, we discover two identifiers and a makers mark. The arched words "Lefton China Hand Painted" encircling a regal crown, model number, K8273. finally the crimson and silver foil sticker solidifying authentication as it reads "Lefton's Exclusives Japan," a mark of distinction making her a part of the iconic Lefton name, and always popular creations. As we delve just for a moment into the annals of history, we find that this porcelain bride figurine is a cherished historical piece from around 1953-1954. A delicate little figurine, and yet her history takes us back to a time as the world was emerging from the shadows of a war reaching all corners of our planet. Seeking solace and beauty, some turned to the arts as a way to bring the world out of the ashes. Serving as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and reminding us that even out of the darkest periods of human history, beauty and love finds us again. At VintagexzWasNMore you can be certain every item we sell is not simply authentic, but treated, maintained and kept in conditions deserving of ones that carry with them the histories of us. They connect us with what we were, and what we are today, an often forgotten importance. Making those who seek and discover these treasures connected to the history just waiting to be rediscovered. Ambassadors and preservationists, its what we believe and why the care we take with these items is far reaching. We hope once we pass these items on to you, their story will continue.