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Late 19th Century Volkstedt Porcelain Figures, German Pair
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Late 19th Century Volkstedt Porcelain Figures, German Pair

19th century
For Sale by Ritas Bazaar
Description

A finely modelled pair of German porcelain figures depicting a galant scene with a young man and woman holding flowers, produced by Älteste Volkstedter Porzellanfabrik, Triebner, Ens & Co., in the late 19th century, when Volkstedt’s figure production was actively developed for the international export market. The figures are typical of Volkstedt’s genre output, designed for interior display rather than cabinet scale.

The modelling is controlled and confident, with well-rendered folds of drapery and carefully finished details. The palette is soft and balanced, dominated by pastel tones and discreet gilding. Both figures stand on rocaille bases with applied flowers.

The factory underglaze mark is present on the undersides and dates from approximately 1894 onward. Each figure bears the same impressed form number “66”, confirming original factory pairing.

The combination of scale, paired composition and clean condition makes this an unusually complete example within Volkstedt’s late 19th-century figure production.

Dimensions:

Female figure: height 26.7 cm, width 13 cm, depth 9.5 cm, weight 545 g

Male figure: height 24.3 cm, width 11 cm, depth 9 cm, weight 444 g

Condition:

Excellent antique condition. UV inspection shows no restorations or concealed damage. There is one small chip to a single applied leaf; otherwise, the figures are very well preserved.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.

Date of Manufacture

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Volkstedt Porcelain Figurine Pair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
26.7cm (10.51")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1191820
Dealers Internal Reference
B1616
Description
A finely modelled pair of German porcelain figures depicting a galant scene with a young man and woman holding flowers, produced by Älteste Volkstedter Porzellanfabrik, Triebner, Ens & Co.
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, in the late 19th century, when Volkstedt’s figure production was actively developed for the international export market.
Ritas Bazaar

The figures are typical of Volkstedt’s genre output, designed for interior display rather than cabinet scale.

fig 1. A pair of late 19th-century German Volkstedt porcelain figures depicting a man holding a hat and a woman in a bonnet holding flowers, finished with hand-painted enamel and gilded accents.
fig 1. Late 19th Century Volkstedt Porcelain Figures, German Pair

The modelling is controlled and confident, with well-rendered folds of drapery and carefully finished details. The palette is soft and balanced, dominated by pastel tones and discreet gilding. Both figures stand on rocaille bases with applied flowers.

fig 2. A pair of late 19th-century German Volkstedt porcelain figures depicting a man holding a hat and a woman in a bonnet holding flowers, finished with hand-painted enamel and gilded accents.
fig 2. Late 19th Century Volkstedt Porcelain Figures, German Pair

The factory underglaze mark is present on the undersides and dates from approximately 1894 onward. Each figure bears the same impressed form number “66”, confirming original factory pairing.

The combination of scale, paired composition and clean condition makes this an unusually complete example within Volkstedt’s late 19th-century figure production.

fig 3. A pair of late 19th-century German Volkstedt porcelain figures depicting a man holding a hat and a woman in a bonnet holding flowers, finished with hand-painted enamel and gilded accents.
fig 3. Late 19th Century Volkstedt Porcelain Figures, German Pair

Dimensions:

Female figure: height 26.7 cm, width 13 cm, depth 9.5 cm, weight 545 g

Male figure: height 24.3 cm, width 11 cm, depth 9 cm, weight 444 g

Condition:

Excellent antique condition. UV inspection shows no restorations or concealed damage. There is one small chip to a single applied leaf; otherwise, the figures are very well preserved.

fig 4. A pair of late 19th-century German Volkstedt porcelain figures depicting a man holding a hat and a woman in a bonnet holding flowers, finished with hand-painted enamel and gilded accents.
fig 4. Late 19th Century Volkstedt Porcelain Figures, German Pair

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.

Date of Manufacture

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Volkstedt Porcelain Figurine Pair to the 19th Century.

Height
26.7cm (10.51")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1191820
Dealers Internal Ref
B1616
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Archive I A pair of late 19th-century German Volkstedt porcelain figures depicting a man holding a hat and a woman in a bonnet holding flowers, finished with hand-painted enamel and gilded accents.

Late 19th Century Volkstedt Porcelain Figures, German Pair

Archive II A pair of late 19th-century German Volkstedt porcelain figures depicting a man holding a hat and a woman in a bonnet holding flowers, finished with hand-painted enamel and gilded accents. View II
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A pair of late 19th-century German Volkstedt porcelain figures depicting a man holding a hat and a woman in a bonnet holding flowers, finished with hand-painted enamel and gilded accents.
Late 19th Century Volkstedt Porcelain Figures, German Pair
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  • ObjectFigurines
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRococo Revival
  • MaterialPorcelain, Enamel, Gold Leaf
  • ColourPastel Multicolour
  • MotifsApplied floral encrustations, Pastoral costume, Gilded accents, Moulded base
  • SizeH 26.7 cm (11 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 9.5 cm (4 in)

These late 19th-century German Volkstedt porcelain figures depict a galant pastoral scene with a young man holding his hat and a woman in an elaborate bonnet carrying flowers, styled in the Rococo Revival tradition. Hand-painted with a pastel polychrome enamel palette including soft blues, pinks, and yellows, the figures incorporate gilded accents, applied floral encrustations, and moulded rocaille bases. The female figure measures 26.7 cm high, 13 cm wide, and 9.5 cm deep, while the male figure measures 24.3 cm high, 11 cm wide, and 9 cm deep. Suitable for interior display, these figurines work well placed on a mantelpiece or side cabinet within a traditional living space. The factory underglaze mark and impressed form number "66" appear on the undersides. One small chip affects a single applied leaf, while UV inspection confirms no restorations or concealed damage.

FAQs

Volkstedt porcelain originates from the Thuringia region of Germany, where the factory was established in 1762. Renowned for precise modelling and detailed hand-painted decoration, the manufacture became famous for producing pastoral figures, historic characters, and delicate floral work.

These figures were cast in multi-part plaster moulds using kaolin-rich hard-paste porcelain clay. Following initial firings, artisans applied glazes, enamels, and gilding before executing subsequent lower-temperature firings to fix the colours.

Authentic items typically display underglaze blue maker marks on the base, such as crowns, letters, or pitchfork symbols associated with Thuringian factories. Authentic examples also feature refined facial details, sharp moulding, and intricate applied decoration.

A pair of decorative figures works well positioned symmetrically on a mantelpiece, styled atop a stack of art books on a console table, or placed inside a glazed display cabinet to introduce historical texture.

Dust the surfaces gently with a soft dry camel-hair brush to prevent damage to delicate applied details. Avoid submersion in water, abrasive cloths, or harsh chemical cleaners that could strip gilding or unglazed enamel layers.
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