19th c Antique German Porcelain Figurine Pair Two Children Bisque &Glazed Finish

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: Both figures (repaired) show signs of age, including dirt and surface wear. The figurine on the left has a noticeable crack around its waist, and the one on the right has a crack at the top of its head, as well as a small chip on its right foot. The paint is worn in several places. These pieces are being sold as-is, suitable for a collector interested in historical items or for display purposes where the flaws are part of their character.

Country of Origin: Germany

Origin: European

Antique: Yes

Material: Porcelain

Subject: Couple

Vintage: Yes

Colour: Multicoloured

Brand: Unmarked

Type: Figurine

Era: Victorian (1837-1900)

Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original

Theme: German

Style: Edwardian

Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899

Production Technique: Pottery

Item Description:

This is a charming and rare pair of antique porcelain figurines depicting two children in period clothing. The figurines feature a combination of matte bisque and glossy glazed finishes, giving them a unique texture. The boy on the left wears a polkadot shirt and blue shorts, holding what appears to be a small book or hat behind his back. The boy on the right is dressed in a blue furtrimmed coat, holding a book under his arm and a bag in his other hand.

• Height: Both figurines are approximately 7.5 inches (19 cm) tall.

• Weight: The pair weighs a combined 0.477 kg (about 1.05 lbs).

• Markings: There are no visible maker's marks, but the style, craftsmanship, and use of bisque porcelain are characteristic of German manufacturing from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Historical Background:

Figurines of children, often in historical or fanciful dress, were extremely popular during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. German porcelain factories, particularly those in the Thuringia region, were a major source for these decorative pieces. They were created for display in homes as charming and sentimental objects. The combination of bisque (unglazed) porcelain for the faces and hands, and glazed porcelain for the clothing, was a common technique used to create a more realistic and detailed effect. While lacking a specific maker's mark, the quality and style strongly suggest a German origin from this period.