Exquisitely Small And Highly Detailed Antique Volkstedt Porcelain Figurine Statue – 12.7 Cm (5 inches) Miniature Masterpiece

This exquisitely crafted antique porcelain figurine statue was produced by the esteemed Volkstedt Porcelain Factory in Thuringia, Germany, during the late 19th century.

Despite its very small size of only 12.7 cm (approximately 5 inches), this piece stands out for its exceptional level of sculptural and hand-painted detail, a quality that is increasingly rare in miniature porcelain works. Executing such refined facial expressions, flowing drapery, floral decoration, and subtle gilding at this scale required extraordinary technical mastery.

The figurine depicts a classical female allegorical figure holding a theatrical mask, a theme associated with art, drama, and classical symbolism. The soft pastel palette, delicate glazing, and harmonious proportions elevate this piece well beyond a standard decorative figurine, justifying its classification as a true porcelain statue despite its miniature dimensions.

Details:
• Manufacturer: Volkstedt Porcelain Factory
• Origin: Thuringia, Germany
• Date: circa 1884–1894
• Material: Hand-modeled, hand-painted porcelain
• Height: 12.7 cm / 5 inches
• Condition: Excellent antique condition
• Mark: Period-correct underglaze blue Volkstedt factory mark

What makes this figurine particularly desirable is the contrast between its small scale and its high artistic complexity. Miniature Volkstedt figurines of this quality were never mass-produced and are now sought after by collectors of fine German porcelain.

An excellent choice for collectors who appreciate miniature porcelain figurines with statue-level craftsmanship.

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