Ardleigh Elliott The Nutcracker Ballet Collection
Musical Porcelain Egg - Second Issue
2004, Hand-Painted with Crystal Accents

An exquisite musical egg from Ardleigh Elliott's Nutcracker Ballet Collection, issued in 2004. This second-issue piece features vibrant hand-painted scenes from Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet, including the battle between the Nutcracker and the Mouse King. The egg is meticulously adorned with gold-tone metal accents and numerous sparkling crystals, capturing the festive and magical spirit of the holiday season.

• Hand-painted porcelain construction with detailed ballet-themed illustrations
• Adorned with gold-tone filigree and inset crystals along the hinge and base
• Hinged design opens to reveal a miniature hand-painted Nutcracker figurine inside
• Integrated wind-up music box plays "The Nutcracker Suite March"
• Individually numbered E2137 with 2004 copyright on the base

Condition: The porcelain body is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, or crazing. All decorative crystals are present and securely set. The gold-tone metal tripod base and hinge are lustrous and functional. The interior Nutcracker figurine is intact and well-painted. The music box mechanism has been tested and plays music clearly. Minimal shelf wear to the bottom of the feet.

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