IRIS Cluj - Figurine - Eagle with prey (rabbit) – Romania - Porcelain

Impressive vintage porcelain figurine depicting an eagle capturing its prey (a rabbit), produced by IRIS Cluj, one of the most important Romanian porcelain manufacturers of the 20th century.

This piece originates from Romania and dates from the 1970s–1980s, during the period when IRIS Cluj was internationally recognized for its expressive animal sculptures and high-quality glazing.

The figurine features:
• dynamic composition and strong realism
• detailed feather modeling and expressive posture
• rich, hand-applied glazing with natural tones
• glossy finish, well preserved

Marks:
On the base, a remaining fragment of the original stamp is visible, where “Cluj” can still be clearly distinguished.
On the back of the piece, the IRIS Cluj brand mark is visible, confirming authenticity.

Condition:
Very good condition.
No chips, cracks or restorations.
Signs of age consistent with careful display only.

Weight: approx. 2.1 kg
Dimensions: approx. 28 × 21 cm

Provenance & story

This figurine comes from a private family collection, inherited from my grandparents, who owned it since the 1970s. It was displayed as a decorative centerpiece and carefully preserved over decades.

Symbolic meaning

The eagle has long symbolized power, dominance, vigilance and victory.
In this dramatic hunting scene, the eagle overpowering the rabbit represents the triumph of strength, determination and survival — a theme frequently used in European decorative arts to convey authority and natural order.

Because of its symbolic strength, large size, and authentic IRIS Cluj origin, this piece is highly appealing not only as a decorative object, but also as a collectible of Eastern European porcelain and socialist-era design.