Antique Volkstedt Style Porcelain Figurine
Approximate dimensions: Height - 224mm (8.8")
Condition Good with no chips or cracks. Lace detail to cuffs and chest area all looks good.
This figurine depicts a gentleman in period attire standing approximately 224mm tall. Crafted in the style reminiscent of Volkstedt, Rudolstadt, Thuringia, Germany, it bears a blue maker's mark on its rear. The figure wears a yellow jacket adorned with hand-painted floral motifs, with gilt decorations accentuating the hems. Beneath the jacket, there's a lacey undershirt visible. His footwear consists of black shoes featuring gilt-highlighted buckles. Adjacent to him lies a tricorn hat.
The figurine is in excellent condition, devoid of any chips or cracks, with intricate lace detailing on the cuffs and chest area. The gentleman is depicted playing an unidentified period instrument, likely an antique stringed instrument. Such figurines were commonly crafted during the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe, particularly in regions renowned for porcelain manufacturing like Thuringia, Germany. They served both decorative and collectable purposes, often adorning mantelpieces or cabinets in affluent households of the time. Crafted from porcelain or ceramic materials, these figurines exemplify the artistic and technical prowess of their makers, showcasing delicate hand-painted details and intricate designs. Today, they remain coveted by collectors and enthusiasts of antique decorative arts, offering a glimpse into the cultural and artistic heritage of bygone eras.
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