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German Dresden Fine Porcelain Figural Candelabra

19th century
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19th Century Hand-Painted German Dresden Porcelain Figural Candelabra

A charming example of 19th-century European craftsmanship, this antique German Dresden porcelain candelabra delights with its intricate hand-painted detail and Rococo-inspired elegance. Featuring a young flower-garlanded boy dressed in striped trousers and a floral garland, this two-arm candelabra is a fine display of artistry and whimsy typical of Dresden porcelain wares.

Key Features:

Origin: Germany (Dresden school)

Date: 19th Century

Material: Fine porcelain

Decoration: Hand-painted in soft pastels and gilt accents, with applied floral elements

Design: Twin candle holders rising from a foliate scrolled base, flanking a Rococo-style figure of a boy adorned with a floral wreath and carrying a harvest bundle

Mark: Underside bears the hand-painted blue “R” mark, likely referencing a Dresden decorating studio

Dimensions (Approx.):

Height: 18cm

Condition:

Very good antique condition. Minor wear to the gilding and expected age-related restoration to some floral details, which are common for Dresden figural pieces. Displays beautifully with strong colour and fine porcelain detail.

Notes:

This piece captures the spirit of the Rococo revival in 19th-century German decorative arts—an ideal addition for collectors of Dresden, Meissen-style porcelain, or romantic antique décor. Perfect for mantel displays, curio cabinets, or luxurious table settings.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

The Rayman Organisation has dated this Dresden Porcelain Figural Candelabra to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1152242
Dealers Internal Reference
22A-510
Description
19th Century Hand-Painted German Dresden Porcelain Figural Candelabra
A charming example of 19th-century European craftsmanship, this antique German Dresden porcelain candelabra delights with its intricate hand-painted detail and Rococo-inspired elegance.
The Rayman Organisation

Featuring a young flower-garlanded boy dressed in striped trousers and a floral garland, this two-arm candelabra is a fine display of artistry and whimsy typical of Dresden porcelain wares.

fig 1. A Dresden porcelain two-light figural candelabrum featuring a youth surrounded by encrusted floral displays and gilt-accented Rococo branch sconces.
fig 1. German Dresden Fine Porcelain Figural Candelabra

Key Features:

Origin: Germany (Dresden school)

Date: 19th Century

Material: Fine porcelain

Decoration: Hand-painted in soft pastels and gilt accents, with applied floral elements

Design: Twin candle holders rising from a foliate scrolled base, flanking a Rococo-style figure of a boy adorned with a floral wreath and carrying a harvest bundle

Mark: Underside bears the hand-painted blue “R” mark, likely referencing a Dresden decorating studio

Dimensions (Approx.):

Height: 18cm

Condition:

Very good antique condition. Minor wear to the gilding and expected age-related restoration to some floral details, which are common for Dresden figural pieces. Displays beautifully with strong colour and fine porcelain detail.

Notes:

This piece captures the spirit of the Rococo revival in 19th-century German decorative arts—an ideal addition for collectors of Dresden, Meissen-style porcelain, or romantic antique décor. Perfect for mantel displays, curio cabinets, or luxurious table settings.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

The Rayman Organisation has dated this Dresden Porcelain Figural Candelabra to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1152242
Dealers Internal Ref
22A-510
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Archive I A Dresden porcelain two-light figural candelabrum featuring a youth surrounded by encrusted floral displays and gilt-accented Rococo branch sconces.

GERMAN DRESDEN FINE PORCELAIN FIGURAL CANDELABRA

Archive II A Dresden porcelain two-light figural candelabrum featuring a youth surrounded by encrusted floral displays and gilt-accented Rococo branch sconces. View II
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A Dresden porcelain two-light figural candelabrum featuring a youth surrounded by encrusted floral displays and gilt-accented Rococo branch sconces.
GERMAN DRESDEN FINE PORCELAIN FIGURAL CANDELABRA
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A Dresden porcelain two-light figural candelabrum featuring a youth surrounded by encrusted floral displays and gilt-accented Rococo branch sconces.
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Dresden porcelain refers to fine hard-paste porcelain produced by artistic workshops in and around Dresden, Germany, from the mid-19th century onwards, distinguished by Rococo Revival curves, elaborate hand-painted figures, and encrusted floral work.

These pieces were crafted by molding hard-paste porcelain into separate structural branches and figural stems. Artisans then hand-applied sculpted porcelain flowers and leaves before subjecting the piece to multiple kiln firings for enamelling and gold leaf gilding.

Authentic items feature blue underglaze maker marks or blue crown studio stamps on the underside, detailed polychrome painting, and intricate hand-modelled floral relief work with gilt scroll bases.

Display the candelabrum on a polished sideboard or fireplace mantelpiece against a neutral wall backdrop, pairing it with contemporary glassware to highlight its intricate ornamental detail.

Remove dust using a soft dry camel-hair brush, taking care around fragile raised petals. Avoid submerging the piece in water or applying abrasive chemical cleansers that could strip gilded elements.
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