<p>An endoprosthesis for a metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint having at least one sesamoid bone proximate thereto. The endoprosthesis includes at least one prosthesis-half defining a prosthetic sliding surface, and being configured to be anchored in a metatarsal head of the MTP joint. The prosthetic sliding surface is designed with one or more contours configured to accommodate the one or more sesamoid bones during articulation of the MTP joint. The invention is particularly applicable as an endoprosthesis for the basal joint of a large toe.</p>