{"product_id":"large-royal-dux-figure-water-nymph-with-shell-c-1912","title":"Large Royal Dux Figure Water Nymph with Shell, c.1912","description":"An extremely rare porcelain figurine from the early years of the Royal Dux factory.\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom the founding of the factory until 1938, 12,000 different models were produced.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis sculpture, stamped with the number 653 on the base, is an early  Royal   Dux sculpture, highly prized by collectors.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe factory, founded in the 1870s by model-drawer Eduard Eichler, was named \"Royal Dux\" in 1898.\u003cbr\u003e\n The company's name comes from the Latin word for 'duke', the title of Eichler's father-in-law.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe famous pink triangle with an \"E\" in the middle first appeared in 1900.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe number '653' stamped on the base suggests that the figure was made in 1912 at the latest.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe figure represents a mythical water nymph with a shell in her hands.\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nSuch figures were made in extremely limited editions. And it is very difficult to find figures from these limited editions.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is with pieces like this that Royal Dux has earned its place among the best porcelain factories in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs is often the case with porcelain figurines made by true craftsmen, the accuracy of detail is remarkable.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt 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.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight 45cm \u003cbr\u003e\nWidth 22cm\u003cbr\u003e\nDepth 19cm\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight 2307g\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Minor wear to the gilding.\u003cbr\u003e\nOtherwise in excellent antique condition with no visible signs of damage or restoration. Excellent condition of the paintwork\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease examine the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. The item will be shipped with comprehensive tracking and insurance.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62883270132042,"sku":null,"price":1300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.6044406002_iojn.jpg?v=1785903746","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/large-royal-dux-figure-water-nymph-with-shell-c-1912","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}