Wagtail bird

A wonderful statuette in every respect – the Wagtail
Made of porcelain
From the renowned Royal Dux manufactory
Mid-20th century
A true find for a collector or porcelain connoisseur
The porcelain Wagtail statuette is rare and therefore of collectible interest
Handcrafted by an artist
Captivates the eye with its extraordinary plasticity and realism
Among porcelain manufacturers, Royal Dux Bohemia (Austria-Hungary) holds an honorable place
For over a century and a half, the famous brand has produced coffee sets, plates, cups, dishes, vases, and figurines
Starting from 1900, the factory experienced a period of flourishing
The main credit goes to modeler and artist Alois Hampel, who set the tone for the work for 55 years
During his leadership, the factory reached a new level, beginning to produce porcelain items of the highest class with very rich decor, intricate ornamentation, and stylized elements.
The products were exported to many countries, with representative offices and sample warehouses in Berlin, Amsterdam (and beyond).
The factories employed five hundred people, which at the beginning of the century was considered an incredibly large enterprise. The results of their work were duly recognized:
1904 – awarded the Grand Prix at the World’s Fair in St. Louis;
1906 – silver medal at the exhibition in Milan, gold in Liberec
Figurative porcelain is hand-painted with special paints.
After firing, the color becomes bright, and the surface glossy and smooth
Thanks to the effect of high temperatures, the figurines are resistant to external environmental influences and remain picturesque for a long time
Porcelain items are valued for their beauty, original shape, fine painting, and high-quality finish
Porcelain pieces have private marks
Each manufacturer placed a distinctive mark confirming the authenticity of the item
On porcelain, the mark is placed on the bottom of the figurine – with a special indelible paint
This porcelain figurine looks very impressive and atmospheric
It will become a beautiful decoration in your home, or a worthy exhibit in any collection
And also, a good gift for friends and loved ones
Height – 15 cm
Width – 18 cm