Herend “Déryné” Porcelain Figurine – 1944 – Signed Miklós Ligeti – Flawless Condition An exceptional and historically important porcelain figurine from the renowned Herend Porcelain Manufactory, model “Déryné”, dated 1944 and signed Miklós Ligeti, created during the artist’s lifetime. This refined sculpture represents the legendary Hungarian actress Róza Déryné Széppataki, one of the most celebrated figures of Hungarian theatre. The model was designed by the distinguished Hungarian sculptor Miklós Ligeti (1871–1944), whose collaboration with Herend resulted in some of the factory’s most elegant and expressive figural works. ✦ Historical Importance • Dated 1944, the final year of Ligeti’s life • Signed by Ligeti • Produced during wartime Hungary — making early examples especially desirable • Authentic original Herend mark from the period ✦ Description The figure is beautifully sculpted with remarkable movement and theatrical elegance. The flowing drapery, delicate facial expression, and refined posture demonstrate Ligeti’s academic training and artistic sensitivity. The hand-painted decoration is executed with precision and finesse, enhanced by subtle gilded accents. The porcelain body is luminous and finely detailed, a testament to Herend’s high production standards even during a historically difficult period. ✦ Condition • Flawless condition • No chips • No cracks • No restorations • No hairlines A rare opportunity to acquire an original mid-20th-century Herend figurine designed and signed by one of Hungary’s important sculptors.