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Pair Antique German Porcelain Birds Parakeets Cockrels Cockatoo Parrots Karl Ens

$924.57per set
£673.08per set
€775per set
CA$1,261.11per set
A$1,411.94per set
CHF 740.33per set
MX$17,445.46per set
NOK 9,328.61per set
SEK 8,805.83per set
DKK 5,898.10per set
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An exceptionally fine quality highly detailed pair of German Karl Ens pottery porcelain Parrots Feathered Figures of quite generous size, late Nineteenth, early Twentieth Century. Modelled in opposing positions, firmly perched on decorative tree stumps with foliage on a rocky surface. Each with exquisite colourful glaze in colours of Kingfisher blue and rusty browns. Condition: Good original mint condition, possibly never used and very well priced considering their fine condition. Windmill export mark to base of one which dates before 1919. Height: (entire) 7.5” (19.5cm). Width: (at base) 3” (7.5cm). Depth: (at base) 3” (7.5cm). Affordable Fixed Price Worldwide Store to door shipping in house. Karl Ens was a renowned German potter in Rudolstadt, known for his exquisite porcelain creations. Ens embraced the Art Nouveau style that was prominent during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His porcelain pieces often featured flowing lines, vibrant colors, and intricate detailing, reflecting the natural world and its creatures. The attention to detail and the lifelike quality of his animal figurines was superb. Please take time to scroll down and click on "More From This Seller" or favorite our Shop PATRICK HOWARD ANTIQUES to get your first dibs on our new inventory which is updated regularly with extraordinary and decorative realistically priced affordable antiques.
  • Creator:
    Karl Ens (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Please read full Condition Report within the listing.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5035245626062

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