Condition: Used
Condition Notes: This antique porcelain figurine is in acceptable condition, showing signs of age and wear. There is significant damage to the lady's hair, particularly on the back, with noticeable chips and rough areas. Additionally, there are chips and losses to the delicate floral applications on her dress, as well as some minor paint wear, particularly on the gold accents and edges of the garment. The overall structure is intact, with no major cracks to the main body of the figurine or the base.
Country of Origin: Germany
Antique: Yes
Signed: Yes
Material: Porcelain
Subject: lady
Colour: Multicoloured
Brand: Dresden Porcelain
Type: Figurine
Era: Victorian (1837-1900)
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Theme: German
Style: Victorian
Production Style: Art Pottery
Production Technique: Pottery
Backstamp: Impressed
Finish: Glossy
Handmade: Yes
This exquisite antique porcelain figurine depicts a graceful lady in an elegant pose, holding a theatrical mask, suggesting themes of drama, identity, or masquerade. She is dressed in a beautifully draped gown with a pink bodice and a pale blue skirt adorned with delicate floral patterns. Her hair is styled in an elaborate updo, and she stands on a rocky base, adding to the classical aesthetic. The underside of the base shows an impressed mark that is not fully clear, typical of many antique porcelain pieces that may have had paper labels or less distinct impressed marks.
Product Details:
Type: Antique Decorative Porcelain Figurine
Material: Porcelain
Color: Pink, Pale Blue, Gold, Multicolor Floral
Features: Lady holding a mask, classical attire, floral decoration, rocky base
Height: Approximately 18 cm (7 inches)
Weight: 131 grams
Markings: Impressed mark on base (partially obscured/unclear)
Design Highlights:
The figurine's design captures a sense of sophisticated elegance. The lady's gown features a fitted pink bodice with gold trim and flowing, offtheshoulder sleeves. Her light blue skirt is decorated with finely painted floral motifs in muted tones, suggesting delicate embroidery. The inclusion of the mask adds a layer of narrative and intrigue to the piece, while her elaborate hairstyle and serene expression complete the classical look.
Condition:
This antique porcelain figurine is in acceptable condition, showing signs of age and wear. There is significant damage to the lady's hair, particularly on the back, with noticeable chips and rough areas. Additionally, there are chips and losses to the delicate floral applications on her dress, as well as some minor paint wear, particularly on the gold accents and edges of the garment. The overall structure is intact, with no major cracks to the main body of the figurine or the base.
About Antique Porcelain Figurines:
Figurines depicting elegant ladies, often in classical or historical attire and engaging in various activities (such as holding masks, flowers, or musical instruments), were highly popular decorative items from the 18th century through the early 20th century. European porcelain manufacturers, particularly those in Germany (like Meissen, Dresden) and France, excelled in producing these delicate and highly detailed pieces. These figurines often reflected contemporary tastes in fashion, art, and popular themes like theatre and romanticism. Unmarked pieces are common, as original paper labels may have been lost over time, or some smaller workshops did not consistently mark their wares. Despite potential wear, these antique figurines remain sought after by collectors for their historical charm, craftsmanship, and ability to evoke a sense of bygone elegance.
