Large Royal Dux Figure Water Nymph with Shell, c.1912
£1,300.00
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An extremely rare porcelain figurine from the early years of the Royal Dux factory.
From the founding of the factory until 1938, 12,000 different models were produced.
This sculpture, stamped with the number 653 on the base, is an early Royal Dux sculpture, highly prized by collectors.
The factory, founded in the 1870s by model-drawer Eduard Eichler, was named "Royal Dux" in 1898.
The company's name comes from the Latin word for 'duke', the title of Eichler's father-in-law.
The famous pink triangle with an "E" in the middle first appeared in 1900.
The number '653' stamped on the base suggests that the figure was made in 1912 at the latest.
The figure represents a mythical water nymph with a shell in her hands.
And if some Royal Dux figures are of average quality for the mass market, this sculpture was clearly made to attract the attention of the most demanding connoisseurs.
Such figures were made in extremely limited editions. And it is very difficult to find figures from these limited editions.
It is with pieces like this that Royal Dux has earned its place among the best porcelain factories in the world.
As is often the case with porcelain figurines made by true craftsmen, the accuracy of detail is remarkable.
It is important to note the size of the sculpture - sculptures of this size were usually used to attract the attention of those present in large rooms, in the homes of wealthy people.
Height 45cm
Width 22cm
Depth 19cm
Weight 2307g
Condition: Minor wear to the gilding.
Otherwise in excellent antique condition with no visible signs of damage or restoration. Excellent condition of the paintwork
Please examine the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. The item will be shipped with comprehensive tracking and insurance.
Large Royal Dux Figure Water Nymph with Shell, c.1912
£1,300.00
From the founding of the factory until 1938, 12,000 different models were produced.
This sculpture, stamped with the number 653 on the base, is an early Royal Dux sculpture, highly prized by collectors.
The factory, founded in the 1870s by model-drawer Eduard Eichler, was named "Royal Dux" in 1898.
The company's name comes from the Latin word for 'duke', the title of Eichler's father-in-law.
The famous pink triangle with an "E" in the middle first appeared in 1900.
The number '653' stamped on the base suggests that the figure was made in 1912 at the latest.
The figure represents a mythical water nymph with a shell in her hands.
And if some Royal Dux figures are of average quality for the mass market, this sculpture was clearly made to attract the attention of the most demanding connoisseurs.
Such figures were made in extremely limited editions. And it is very difficult to find figures from these limited editions.
It is with pieces like this that Royal Dux has earned its place among the best porcelain factories in the world.
As is often the case with porcelain figurines made by true craftsmen, the accuracy of detail is remarkable.
It is important to note the size of the sculpture - sculptures of this size were usually used to attract the attention of those present in large rooms, in the homes of wealthy people.
Height 45cm
Width 22cm
Depth 19cm
Weight 2307g
Condition: Minor wear to the gilding.
Otherwise in excellent antique condition with no visible signs of damage or restoration. Excellent condition of the paintwork
Please examine the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. The item will be shipped with comprehensive tracking and insurance.