German Figurative Sculptures

Exceptional Meissen Porcelain Figurine: Dancer in a skirt puffed out around the hips with a tight, strapless and backless top with golden buttons, posing with a fan and castanet, a s...

Set of finest Meissen Porcelain Figures: 'HARLEKIN & COLUMBINE' Dancing couple depicting the figures of the Harlequin and the Columbine: Dancer balancing on her toes in an elaborate crinoline dress with a plunging neckline, her hair artfully pinned up with floral decorations, her outstretched arms pressed down in front of her and her head tilted to the left with her mouth open, facing her dance partner, the latter dressed in colourfully patterned harlequin trousers with a white shirt and a large black bow, He is dressed in colourful, patterned harlequin trousers with a white shirt and a large black bow, which he presses against his chest with his left hand, and a black cap that reaches down over his eyes like a mask, the batte on his hip, nestling against the dancer's side and burying his right arm around her hips in the ruffles of her dress and suggesting a kiss with his mouth open. The group is supported by a pedestal beneath the dancer's skirt and rests on an oval plinth painted with a diamond pattern and floral decoration. Height: 10.62 in Blue Meissen crossed swords mark of the 20th century Year's sign 1977 Model nr. 73306 (D 287) / Former's nr. 123 'ESTRELLA' Dancer balancing on her toes, turning her head to the right and bringing her right hand indecisively to her chin while making a defensive gesture with her left hand - feigning horror at the stormy courtship of her gallant Eusebius. She is wearing a crinoline dress decorated with flowers and a bonnet. The figure is supported by a pedestal and rests on an oval plinth painted with a diamond pattern. Height: 10.62 in Blue Meissen crossed swords mark 1934-1947 Model nr. D 285 / Former's nr. 48 / Painter's nr. 15 'CHIARINA' Dancer balancing on the ball of her left foot, raising her right leg slightly forwards with her foot stretched downwards, leaning her head to the right and elegantly bringing both arms to her left side, flowers in her hands. She is wearing an elaborate crinoline dress with a flowered top and a bonnet, with a mask, fan and flowers scattered on the floor. The figure is supported by a pedestal and rests on an oval plinth painted with a diamond pattern. Height: 10.43 in Blue Meissen crossed swords mark 1934-1947 Modellnr. D 286 / Former's nr. 51 / Painter's nr. 12 'EUSEBIUS' Dancer in a wide lunge, his upper body turned to the right with his arm stretched backwards, holding his left hand to his heart and adoring his beloved Chiarina. He wears his hair parted in curls, his costume in the style of a dandy with chequered trousers, a tight-fitting blue tailcoat with a flower pinned to the lapel, top hat, mask and riding crop at his feet. The figure is supported by a rock and rests...

A very nice MCM brass crucifix with Jesus on the cross, circa 1970s. Nice weight and detail; made in Germany. #3511

19th Century Seated little Boy/Child, solid Bronze Sculpture/Figure Germany - solid Bronze Sculpture. The condition can be seen in the pictures.

Athletic bronze Warrior sculpture on marble base Greek figure with shield Athletic Greek bronze warrior sculpture / figure with shield On wi...

Unique and adorable late 19th or very early 20th-century smaller-size chandelier - Lüsterweibchen. Finely hand-carved from linden wood, a unique piece, made by a master wood carver ...

Paul Rosanowski "Narr" Patinated Bronze Figure 20th Century Beautiful patinated bronze figure of a jester with a bat, he is in a dynamic pose, which gives the sensation of movement t...

Seated athletic bronze sculpture / Figure Greek - Roman mythology Greek - Roman mythology The condition can be seen in the pictures.

Bronze Sculpture / Figure Miners On Black marble base - probably from Germany The condition can be seen in the pictures.

Art Deco Soccer Player Patinated Bronze Sculpture Germany, ca. 1930’s DIMENSIONS Height: 9.5 inches Width: 6.75 inches Depth: 2.75 inches ABOUT A rare, laconi...

Set of Sitzendorf porcelain figures of the four seasons German, 20th Century Largest: Height 14cm, width 10cm, depth 7.5cm Smallest: Height 14cm, width 9cm, depth 7.5cm These Ger...

Vollplastisch geschnitzte Heiligenfigur des frühen 17. Jahrhunderts, polychrome originale Farbfassung. Höhe 83cm, Farbe bereichsweise stark blättrig bzw. fehlend. Ausdrucksstarker G...

Zeittypische Bronzeskulptur der 50er Jahre, 2 Fußballspieler, die um einen Ball kämpfen, darstellend. Starke dynamische Darstellung in der zeittypischen Formensprache der Mid-Century...

19th Century Meissen Grouping of Two Puttos Caging a Hen  Germany, circa 1875 A charming 19th-century Meissen Grouping of Two Puttos Caging a Hen, originating from Germany circa 187...

Marmorkopf einer jungen Frau um 1900, auf rundem Marmorsockel montiert. Nicht signiert.

Als Jugendstilbüste einer jungen lesenden Frau gestaltetes Tintenfass, Glaseinsatz (fehlend) unter abnehmbarem Deckel (fehlend) als Buchseite, auf polygonal gestalteter Plinthe mit o...

Very rare and excellent Meissen porcelain group around 1900: Juno, the Roman goddess of the air (Greek Hera), as a young woman with her hair pinned up, covered only with a cloth, sit...

Seltene patinierte Bronzefigur schreiender Faunsknabe auf ovaler Plinthe hockend, um 1900 Georg Mattes (* 29. Oktober 1874 in Nürnberg; † 4. September 1942 in München) war ein deutsc...

Abstract Figural Sculpture on Signed Wood Stand by Hedrik Hause. Germany, 1989.

Abstract Figural Sculpture on Signed Wood Stand by Hedrik Hause. Germany, 1989

9 figurines of M.I. Hummel, Goebel West Germany The German producer Goebel made the first Hummel figures in 1935. For this he used children's illustrations made by the nun sister Berta Hummel (1909 - 1946) The 9 figurines ( Not boxed) : * Merry Wanderer TMK 2 #11/0 (1950-1955) * Boy on Skies TMK 6 #59 (1979-1990) * My wish is small #465/0 Exclusive edition 1992/93 M.I. Hummel Club * "Brother" #95 TMK 6 (1979-1990) * Country Suite # 760 Exclusive Edition 1995/96 M.I. Hummel Club * What now? #422 Exclusive special edition No. 7 for members of the Goebel collectors club (1981 impressed) * Flower Vendor #381 TMK 5 (1972-1979) , 1971 impressed * Homeward Bound #334 , 1975 impressed, TMK 6 (1979-1990) * The Artist #304, 1955 impressed, TMK 6 (1979-1990) The measurements are approx. 14,5 cm high and 6- 9-10 cm diagonal The weight in total is 1540 grams TMK is for the year(s) that the logo (Trademark) Goebel shows as back stamp they used Berta Hummel, also known as Zr. Maria Innocentia, was a German artist. She is best known for the ceramics that we now know better as the Hummels or Hummeltjes * 1871 Franz Detleff Goebel and his son William founded F&W Goebel began to produce slate pencils and marbles * 1935 The first M.I. Hummel figurine...

2-gesichtige Bronzeskulptur, einseitig das Gesicht einer jungen Frau, rückseitig das selbe Gesicht mit Tüchern verschleiert.

Sehr detailreich gearbeitete, polychrom patinierte Historismus-Bronzefigur eines Ritters um 1900. Nicht signiert.

Alluring sculpture by the distinguished German artist featuring an oriental dancer woman dancing gracefully on a black Portero marble triangle base. It ...

Christ Crucified in boxwood and gilded loincloth, 16th-century German sculptor, height from head to foot 31 cm, width between hands 30 cm. Christ also has golden highlights on the pr...

Large wooden Madonna and Child, painted and carved in hollow at the back. The theme of the Virgin and Child is the most represented in all Christian art, whereas the infancy of Jesus...

Handcarved baroque wooden sculpture depicting the two accomplises Bacchus and Amor. Bacchus is wearing a grapevine in his hair and holds up a bunch of grapes. A jaguar skin...

The first example of this sculpture we have seen, this striking depiction of a male gladiator -- clothed in nothing but a short mail skirt - is shown in the midst of battle, one arm ...

"Tänzerin mit Tschinellen," an alluring small bronze sculpture that depicts a graceful dancer playing the zills, her flowing gown cascading around her in a harmonious dance. She is s...

'Marshmini' is a rad glossy hand crafted "groth". Perfectly nourisehd by air and love. Colors on request

Our bronze sculpture by Karl Gustav Rutz (German, 1857-1949) depicts the Greek god and goddess, Poseidon and Amphitrite. Signed Gust. Rutz Dusseldorf 1911. and Bronzeguss v. G. Schr...

Large, decorative porcelain group, "The noble game of chess". German porcelain manufacturer. Undamaged.

This large porcelain figurine was manufactured by the Rosenthal Porcelain Factory and is entitled 'Korean Dancer' and made in circa 1927 in the period Art Deco style. This figurine was designed by the Austrian sculptor Constantin Holzer-Decanti who worked for the factory until 1927 and was inspired by the well known dancer, Anita Berber...

Fritz Klimsch (German, 1870-1960) for Rosenthal (German, founded 1879), circa 1940. "Crouching Women" model in biscuit porcelain. Signed to sculpture base.
Approx: 12.25" H X 6....

Elegant young lady with a wide-brimmed hat, decorated with green-brown-white checkered ribbons and a blue feather, wearing a floor-length white dress with a green hem and button plac...

A striking, fine quality pair of late 19th Century Meissen porcelain Parrots pirched on tree trunks, each having wonderful bold colouring and detail. Batch 76 62436 DHKZ

Meissen porcelain Parrot, late 19th Century, having wonderful bold colouring, perched on a tree trunk, blue crossed swords signed to the base. Batch 76 YNKZ. G100038/23

A fine quality late 19th Century Meissen porcelain Parrot perched on a tree trunk, having wonderful bold colouring. Signed to the base with blue crossed swords. Batch 77 62748 DNKZZ

Rare vintage ceramic head, produced in West Germany in the 70s, made of glossy black glazed ceramic. A great piece of craftsmanship, with delicat...

Very beautiful and refined antique dark patinated solid bronze sculpture depicting a naked woman blowing bubbles It is of German origin and dates from around 1920. Unsigned. This b...

An enchanting 19th Century Meissen porcelain group depicting 'The Broken Bridge' having wonderful bold colours, the lovers attempting to cross the bridge, with a cherub at their feet...

Pair of large Sitzendorf porcelain figural groups on horseback German, 20th Century Height 38cm, width 35cm, depth 22cm This pair of porcelain figural groups are notable for their ...

Small pair of enchanting late 19th Century Meissen porcelain Parrots, each with wonderful bold colouring and signed with the blue crossed swords to the base. Batch 76 G9490/21 CEKZ

This lovely bronze is the epitome of art nouveau movement. The stylized nature themes, flowers, movement, and a young girl who has butterfly wings and is holding a bird in her hand....

Madonna con bambino, porcellana della manifattura KISTER SCHEIBE ALSBACH , Made in Germany 1940. E una porcellana dipinta a mano , in perfetto stato, non ha rotture ne restauri.

Franze Anton Bustelli, one of the most important porcelain modellers of the Rococo, in 1754 for PORZELLAN MANUFAKTUR NYMPHENBURG. Porcelain, glazed, sculpted representation of Consor...

Antique German Cast Metal Pirate Figure Signed Paul Herzel (1876-1956).

JESUS CHRIST CRUCIFIED European, Germany ? 19th century Christ and font in bronze, wooden cross, covered with enamel. Slight wear. Dim.: (cross) 50 x 30 cm; Height: (christ) 16 cm...

Exceptional Meissen porcelain genre group: Young mother seated on a magnificent Louis XVI-style armchair, her left foot set down on a low stool, a boy lying on his stomach on her left thigh, his white shirt slipped up to reveal his bare buttocks, which the mother has probably just struck with the cane in her left hand, to her right a girl in a dress and hat decorated with feathers, clasping her mother's arm so that she can no longer strike the boy. The group is based on an oval pedestal with gold heightened frieze decoration on the sides. Particularly elaborate, detailed design and staffage. This model was based on drawings by Johann Eleazar Zeissig, known as 'Schenau' (1737-1806). Designed by JOHANN CARL SCHÖNHEIT (1730 - 1805) in 1788 started working as an apprentice in the Meissen factory in 1741 and has been in a responsible position since 1768. For more than 20 years, Schönheit was an employee of both J.J. Kändler as well as from M.V. Acier, who entered the Meissen factory in 1762. After Kändler's death in 1775, Schönheit was head of the model department until 1794. Design of the model in 1788 Manufactory: Meissen Germany Dating: made around 1840 Material: white porcelain, glossy finish Technique: handmade porcelain, finest hand painting Dimensions: height: 25,5 cm / 10.03 in width: 18,0 cm / 7.08 in depth: 16,0 cm / 6.29 in Marks: Blue Meissen crossed sword mark Model number: I 66 / former's number 35 / painter Da.. Bibliography: Thomas & Sabine Bergmann, Meissen Artist's - Figures / Erlangen Germany 2014, Model numbers A1 - Z99, page 31...

Elegant couple costumed in Empire style: The lady in a dress that softly hugs the body with a high waist that sits just below the bust, a short cape covering the neckline and shoulde...

Pair of antique Meissen porcelain figures of Malabar musicians German, Late 19th Century Woman: Height 33cm, width 13cm, depth 11cm Man: Height 32cm, width 20cm, depth 11cm Expertly crafted in the late 19th century by the artists at Meissen, the figures depict a charming pair of Malabar musicians. The design of this pair is after models by Friedrich Elias Meyer (German 1723–1785), an artist at Meissen. The figure of a lady is playing the hurdy-gurdy and the moustached man the guitar. Both figures are wearing a pale straw hat, their bodies covered by a maroon-coloured and fur lined jacket...

Embark on a journey through time and geography with this 1950s German Wooden and Glass Globe. Crafted to perfection, the globe encapsulates the world in a stunning representation of ...

Delicate and rare Meissen Art Nouveau porcelain group: Skating couple in elegant winter clothing: The lady in a long, white skirt with a green decorated hem, green jacket and white cap, and long ermine scarf, the gallant in a fine, sporty, brown checkered suit...

Bronze statue The Kiss, Auguste Rodin by Ara Kunst Germany A bronze statue "The Kiss" Design by Auguste Rodin (1840-1917), made by Ara Kunst, sculpture foundry, Germany. The statue ...

A pair of Meissen polychrome porcelain figurine in Baroque style costumes with flowers and a Meissen Deer Head mark. Broken finger in the girl`s hand. M...

POLYCHROME CARVED WOOD VIRGIN AND CHILD FROM THE 15TH CENTURY   ORIGIN: SOUTH GERMANY, SWABIA, NUREMBERG REGION PERIOD: 15th CENTURY   Height: 94,6cm Width : 28 cm Depth : 18 cm   Lime wood Original Polychromy Good state of conservation     From 1430 onwards, sculpture underwent a profound stylistic renewal which continued until 1530, the so-called late Gothic period. In the Germanic countries, original sculptures flourished in an expressive and sensitive vein.
This renewal was inspired by the art of Nicholas of Leiden, who was active in Strasbourg in the 1460's. His style broke with the refined and delicate art of the international Gothic style in force throughout Europe around 1400. The figures became more authentic and realistic. The bodies became denser. Clothes are animated by deep, broken folds, the fabrics are heavy and have a great decorative value. In addition, the polychromy is intended to be illusionistic. The painting makes it possible to restore the texture of the materials, the richness of the textiles and the natural skin tone of the characters.   The dissemination of images through engraving and the great mobility of the artists led to the success of this style, which conquered the Upper Rhine, Swabian, Tyrolean and Franconian regions, contributing to the formation of a common stylistic identity in these regions. The economic boom in the flourishing German cities was conducive to the development of original production. Attracted by this prosperity, numerous workshops were set up in order to meet the orders of religious communities, the Church and the laity, including a clientele of middle-class rockers.      This precious Virgin and Child is depicted standing on a crescent moon, her head encircled by a crown of tall flowers. Her long wavy hair spreads over her shoulders, framing her beautiful oval face. Under fine eyebrows drawn with a brushstroke, her almond-shaped, slightly drooping eyes look at the Child with infinite softness. She is dressed in a long red dress with a rounded neckline, belted under the chest. The heavy fabric of her dress spreads out in broken folds at her feet. On her shoulders she wears a golden cloak. The drapery has deep folds. She holds out her right hand while she holds the Christ Child with her left.   Christ, with his well-defined hair, is naked. His cheeks are highlighted with red, he holds an apple in his left hand and with the other hand makes a sign of blessing towards the faithful.   Virgins with Child on a crescent moon were very popular in the second half of the 15th century, especially as the central subject of altarpieces in southern Germany and Austria. The crescent moon on which Mary is standing is reminiscent of the Woman of the Apocalypse. Often equated with the Virgin Mary.    This episode is taken from the Book of Revelation (12:1-6)   1 Then a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars on her head. ; 2 She was pregnant, and she cried out because she was in labor, in pain from giving birth. ; 3 Then another sign appeared in heaven: it was a great fiery red dragon, with seven heads and ten horns, and seven royal crowns on his heads. ; 4 His tail swept down a third of heaven's stars and threw them to the earth. The dragon stood in front of the woman who was about to give birth so that when she gave birth, he might devour her child. ; 5 She gave birth to a son, a male child who is to rule all the nations with an iron rod. Her child was snatched up to God and his throne. ; 6 Then the woman fled into the desert, where God has prepared a place for her. There she will be taken care of for one thousand two hundred sixty days.   Some theologians see in this woman a reference to the Virgin Mary and in the child, Jesus.    
This remarkable work is a very fine example of sculpture from Swabian workshops in the last decades of the 15th century. It presents all the characteristic stylistic elements: a highly girdled silhouette, an abundant drapery with angular folds, but also a great physical presence accentuated by the polychromy that restores the anatomical details. This group is made of a wooden log. The deep folds of the drapery highlight the movement of the Virgin holding the child.       Bibliography :   Sophie Guillot de Suduiraut, Dévotion et Séduction, Sculptures souabes des musées de France, vers 1460-1530, Paris musée du Louvre-Éditions somogy, 2015   “Revelation 12 -   Common English Bible...

Porcelain figurine in great condition.

This large and substantial Nef is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Germany and date to approximately 1900 and done in a Spanish Colonial style. This ship is composed of...