German Marie-Antoinette Half-Figurine in Porcelain from Thuringe, 20th Century

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Marie-Antoinette Half-Doll in German Porcelain, 20th Century

A toy, an accessory? This half-figurine is much more than that! Coming from … Read more Marie-Antoinette Half-Doll in German Porcelain, 20th Century

A toy, an accessory? This half-figurine is much more than that! Coming from the fragile and sophisticated world of German porcelain in the early 20th century, this half-figurine, also known as a "Half-Doll," is a true collector's item.

Created in the early 20th century, probably during the period between Art Nouveau (1890-1910) and Art Deco (1910-1930), this porcelain doll bust was not intended for children's play, but for decorating wooden boxes, sewing textiles as box ornaments, or as a doll. Rather, it was intended for display in a display case. The small holes located on the base of the figurine allow it to be sewn to boxes or used as a doll.

Refined and delicate, the details of this "Lady Figurine" are incredibly realistic, like a romanticized portrait of an 18th-century aristocratic woman bathing and washing her toilet. Her movements are fluid and graceful, like those of a muse, as if an artist were painting her portrait. Her delicate facial features, her expression softened by the paleness of her face, and her high, curly hair are inspired by the aristocratic Baroque and Rococo fashions of the 18th century, a time when monarchies vacillated with democracies.

Lovers of Half-Dolls and delicate German porcelain with a story, don't wait any longer! Adopt her now.

Dimensions:
→ Height: 9.5 cm
→ Width: 6 cm
→ Depth: 4 cm
→ Weight: 80 grams
→ Brand on the back: 3350 This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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