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Large Meissen Parrot, Late C19th.43cm
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Large Meissen Parrot, Late C19th.43cm

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · Patrick Moorhead Antiques
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A very good quality late 19th Century Meissen porcelain study of a Parrot, having wonderful bold colouring in blue and yellow. Perched on a tree trunk, holding Cherrys in its claw. Circa 1890.

Batch 87 DNAYZ 61921

Physical Dimensions
Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Meissen Porcelain Parrot Figurine to the 19th Century.

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SA1230295
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SKU00002782
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Description
A very good quality late 19th Century Meissen porcelain study of a Parrot, having wonderful bold colouring in blue and yellow. Perched on a tree trunk, holding Cherrys in its claw. Circa 1890.

Batch 87 DNAYZ 61921

Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Meissen Porcelain Parrot Figurine to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1230295
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002782
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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Archive I A late 19th-century Meissen porcelain parrot figurine with yellow, blue, and green plumage perched on a tree stump base with red cherries. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Meissen Parrot, Late C19th.43cm

Archive II A late 19th-century Meissen porcelain parrot figurine with yellow, blue, and green plumage perched on a tree stump base with red cherries. View II
Archive III A late 19th-century Meissen porcelain parrot figurine with yellow, blue, and green plumage perched on a tree stump base with red cherries. View III
Archive IV A late 19th-century Meissen porcelain parrot figurine with yellow, blue, and green plumage perched on a tree stump base with red cherries. View IV
Archive V A late 19th-century Meissen porcelain parrot figurine with yellow, blue, and green plumage perched on a tree stump base with red cherries. View V
Archive VI A late 19th-century Meissen porcelain parrot figurine with yellow, blue, and green plumage perched on a tree stump base with red cherries. View VI
Archive VII A late 19th-century Meissen porcelain parrot figurine with yellow, blue, and green plumage perched on a tree stump base with red cherries. View VII
Archive VIII A late 19th-century Meissen porcelain parrot figurine with yellow, blue, and green plumage perched on a tree stump base with red cherries. View VIII
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A late 19th-century Meissen porcelain parrot figurine with yellow, blue, and green plumage perched on a tree stump base with red cherries.
Large Meissen Parrot, late C19th.43cm
Ref: SA1230295
A late 19th-century Meissen porcelain parrot figurine with yellow, blue, and green plumage perched on a tree stump base with red cherries.
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  • ObjectPorcelain Figurines
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPorcelain, Enamel Glaze
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsParrot perched on stump, Modelled cherry branch, Hand-painted feathered texture, Rockwork base
  • SizeH 42 cm (17 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

This late 19th-century Meissen porcelain figurine depicts a parrot perched on a tree trunk. Modelled in the Victorian style, the piece is crafted from porcelain with a glossy enamel glaze in multicoloured tones, showing hand-painted feathered texture in blue, yellow, and green, along with red cherries on a modeled branch, a rockwork base, and brown textured feet. The figurine measures 42 cm high, 17 cm wide, and 22 cm deep. Suitable for display in a sunlit conservatory, this decorative item sits well on a sideboard top to add colour and character to an interior. The sturdy porcelain construction allows for safe placement on flat surfaces as a standalone decorative accent.

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Meissen began producing detailed porcelain animal models in the early 18th century under the direction of sculptors like Johann Joachim Kandler. These realistic bird sculptures became popular decorative items across European royal and noble courts during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Meissen figurines were made from hard-paste porcelain, composed of kaolin and alabaster or feldspar. Pieces were hand-moulded, assembled from separate elements, fired at high temperatures, and individually hand-painted with overglaze enamels.

Authentic pieces feature the famous Meissen crossed swords mark painted underglaze in cobalt blue, typically on the underside of the base. Model numbers, incised numerals, painter marks, and precise hand-painted detail further assist in authentication.

A large porcelain bird sculpture works effectively as a focal point on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or inside a curated glazed cabinet. Pairing it with botanical elements or placing it within a maximalist display creates a sophisticated contrast against contemporary backdrop tones.

Dust gently with a soft microfibre cloth or a clean camel-hair brush to prevent snagging fine delicate porcelain edges. Avoid harsh liquid cleansers or immersion in water, as moisture can enter unglazed firing holes or damage subtle restored areas.
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