For sale is a really amazing figure of a Russian Wolfhound or Borzoi made by Nymphenburg in the early 20th century - from its original period! He was designed by the famous Theodor Kaerner whose models of animals are the best in the porcelain world. This piece has the perfect pose for this breed - lying down with on leg stretched straight out! The modeling is perfect and the hand painted details superb. It really does not come better for a figurine of this breed! The figure is 4.75 inches tall, 4.875 inches wide and 10.625 inches long. It is marked underneath with the impressed shield mark, impressed number 5 and incised number 438. There is a painter's mark by where the tail meets the main body as shown. It is in superb condition which is amazing considering the one outstretched leg in front. Some minor firing flaws normal to these early larger pieces but just as it left the factory. It's a stunning looking figurine! 20thC German Hundefigur antique Barsoi

If you like my goodies have a look at my other auctions for a lot more top maker pieces like Worcester , Sevres and so on. Returns accepted if item is not as described. More items can be found when you click on my user name. Photos are part of the description - if you need others just let me know exactly what you are looking for and I'll take care of it speedily! I always provide a tracking number so keep an eye on that since postal services aren't perfect. Please do not send me questions on items other than my own! Фарфор 磁器 porcelaine porcellana