Early 20th Century Rosenthal Germany Hand-Painted Porcelain Lying Lamb Figurine by Theodor Kärner

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Early 20th Century Rosenthal Germany Hand-Painted Porcelain Lying Lamb Figurine by Theodor Kärner

Charming and finely sculpted vintage porcelain figurine … Read more Early 20th Century Rosenthal Germany Hand-Painted Porcelain Lying Lamb Figurine by Theodor Kärner

Charming and finely sculpted vintage porcelain figurine of a resting lamb, designed by renowned German animal sculptor Theodor Kärner for Rosenthal (Selb, Bavaria) circa 1927–1933.
Rendered in natural, lifelike detail, the lamb features soft hand-painted shading in warm tan, cream, and brown tones under a lustrous glaze. The piece showcases Kärner's signature anatomical precision, from the delicate folds of the fleece to its expressive face and ears.

Markings on Underside:
• Green underglaze crown and crossed roses "Rosenthal Germany" factory stamp (circa late 1920s–early 1930s)
• Impressed designer signature "T. KÄRNER"
• Impressed model number "196" and factory mark "N"
• Hand-signed in brown script "Handgemalt" (Hand-painted) with the decorator's signature
Measurements: 5.5" L x 3.25" W x 4.25" H

Condition Notes:
Excellent vintage structural condition. The delicate ear tips, muzzle, and folded legs are completely intact with no chips, cracks, or repairs. Expected minor age-related shelf wear is present along the unglazed base edge.

• Maker / Brand: Rosenthal (Philipp Rosenthal & Co., Selb, Bavaria)
• Designer / Artist: Theodor Kärner (1884–1966)
• Period / Age: 1920s–1930s (Circa 1927–1933)
• Styles: Art Deco, Traditional, European, Figurative
• Materials: Glazed Porcelain, Hand-Painted Underglaze
• Color: Cream, Tan, Warm Brown, Ivory
• Place of Origin: Germany See less