Thüringer manufacturen (atrib.) - Figurine - Set van drie porseleinen boudoir-objecten, tweedelige poederdozen en speldenkussenhouder • Art Deco (3) - Porcelain

Germany and Central Europe • Thuringian manufactories in the Goebel style • Set of three porcelain boudoir objects, consisting of two two-piece powder boxes and a needle case holder • Art Deco • Circa 1925 - 1935

This fascinating set of three porcelain ladies’ figures offers a unique and critical look at the refined boudoir culture from the early twentieth century. The ensemble consists of two rare two-piece powder boxes in historicizing costume and a stylistically distinctive, single-piece needle case holder in a flowing blue gown with a softly afloat glaze. What makes these lots exceptionally interesting for the connoisseur is that they collectively illustrate the diverse production techniques and fashion trends of interior design from the twenties and thirties. The fragile details, such as the delicate fingers, the piled-up hairstyles, and the vulnerable edges of the lids, have been preserved in remarkably complete condition. The hand-painted decor in contrasting yellow, deep black, and airbrushed blue showcases the craftsmanship of several European workshops, giving this set a high Perceived Value for the serious collector.

Interior Advice and Presence:
These sculptural objects function as magnificent conversation pieces within an eclectic, Art Deco or historic interior. Placed on a vanity, in a lit display case, or on a sleek design dresser, the glossy glazed surfaces respond beautifully to mood lighting, with the folds of the gowns gaining extra visual depth. The set adds an unmistakable sense of Parisian boudoir chic to any room and blends seamlessly into surroundings that call for characterful, historic accents.

Specifications:
Dimensions blue lady: 13 x 9 cm
Dimensions yellow lady: 13.5 x 8 x 6 cm
Dimensions black lady: 13.5 x 8 x 6.5 cm
Weight: approx. 650 grams (total set)
Material: Hand-painted porcelain / porcelain clay

Provenance:
From a private West European collection of applied art and early twentieth-century porcelain.

Condition:
The set is in good vintage condition with minimal and entirely normal signs of aging. There are some minute traces of glaze wear and light imperfections on the stand rings and the inside edges of the lid rims, inherent to the age and use of these functional art objects; see the images. This in no way detracts from the decorative value of these special art objects; it also contributes to their character.

Shipping:
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Biography and History:
During the roaring twenties and the early thirties, porcelain boudoir accessories, including powder boxes (half dolls or powder boxes) and needle cases, enjoyed enormous popularity in Europe. The Thuringia region in central Germany was the absolute epicenter for this refined, export-oriented production, with well-known names such as Carl Schneider Erben and Fasold & Stauch. At the same time, neighboring Central European regions and international exporters imitated these successful designs. The handwritten red numbers on the underside of the yellow lady testify to the authentic Thuringian workshop registration, while the blue lady with her typical flapper hairstyle and slim waist marks the transition to the streamlined aesthetics of the heyday of Art Deco.

Catalogue Reference and Context: Similar models of porcelain ladies’ figures with openings for needle cushions or powder brushes are extensively documented in specialized literature on German porcelain and early toilet requisites from the period 1915-1935.