By Fritz Heubach 1
Located in Lisbon, PT
An enchanting antique German porcelain figurine vase depicting a young male cello musician, attributed to the Heubach Brothers (Gebrüder Heubach) manufactory in Lichte, Thuringia, Germany, dating to the early 20th century.
Beautifully modeled and hand-painted, the charming young musician wears an elaborate pastel blue jacket with gilded cuffs, a finely detailed ivory ruffled collar, and a distinctive lavender-blue hat embellished with pink floral accents and gilt edging. His delicately painted facial features, softly blushed cheeks, and expressive pose lend the figure a captivating sense of character.
The musician holds an oversized cello-shaped instrument, decorated with delicate pink outlines, sculpted porcelain roses, and gracefully modeled foliage in muted green and gold tones. The combination of intricate floral ornamentation, soft pastel colors, and sculptural detailing reflects the romantic decorative character of antique European porcelain.
Designed as both an ornamental figurine and a decorative vase, the piece features an unusual combination of musical imagery and functional porcelain design, making it an appealing addition to a curated collection of antique ceramics.
The porcelain displays visible age-related character, including areas of wear and losses to the original painted and gilded decoration, particularly on the instrument. These details contribute to its authentic antique appearance.
The underside bears a DEP mark, together with additional marks and numbers, as reported for this piece.
A distinctive decorative object for collectors of antique German porcelain, musical figurines...
Category
Early 20th Century German Napoleon III Fritz Heubach Furniture
