Mid-Century Modern "Nail Art" Skiier on Wooden Base turtle basket --on the bottom in a

--on the bottom in a calligraphic manner that I have not been able to decipher

The platter

which I believe is probably the context in which it was made

Rohac's work has become hugely collectible and highly valued

I'd love to see it filled with white lilies but think it would also be great as a planter for something green

Mid-Century Modern "Nail Art" Skiier on Wooden Base turtle basket --on the bottom in aThere are a fair number of mid century "nail art" tabletop sculptures out there, some abstract, some figurative; and while this little skier is not especially unique, I really like it. At this point, there is a fair amount of rusting to the metal, and some aging to the wooden base as well, which I think contribute to a sense of this as a committed and intrepid athlete! It's great from every angle, too, making me think it might land happiest on a desk,