Antique German bisque porcelain "piano baby" figurine

$ 105.6

Type: Piano Baby Occasion: All Occasions Material: bisque porcelain Brand: Hertwig & Co. Character Family: bisque porcelain Subject: Collectible Country of Origin: Germany Collection: Piano Babies

Description

Antique German bisque porcelain "piano baby" figurine. Antique German bisque porcelain "piano baby" figurine. These popular decorative pieces were produced primarily in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to serve a functional purpose: holding down visual shawls or fabrics draped across the polished tops of pianos. Key Characteristics & Origins Manufacturer: The style, modeling, and detailed painted details match the classic output of prominent German makers like Conta & Boehme or Hertwig & Co. Material: Matte, unglazed bisque porcelain which gives a soft, lifelike texture to the baby's skin.Design Features: A molded toddler sitting cross-legged, sporting hand-painted blonde curls, rosy cheeks, a ruffled pastel gown with ribbons, and holding small fruit Antique German bisque porcelain "piano baby" figurine. These popular decorative pieces were produced primarily in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to serve a functional purpose: holding down visual shawls or fabrics draped across the polished tops of pianos. Key Characteristics & Origins Manufacturer: The style, modeling, and detailed painted details match the classic output of prominent German makers like Conta & Boehme or Hertwig & Co. Material: Matte, unglazed bisque porcelain which gives a soft, lifelike texture to the baby's skin.Design Features: A molded toddler sitting cross-legged, sporting hand-painted blonde curls, rosy cheeks, a ruffled pastel gown with ribbons, and holding small fruit