Figure - Shepherd with flock - Earthenware
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Large hand-painted German porcelain sculpture of a shepherd with his flock, early 20th century, in excellent condition, 50 × 20 × 30 cm.
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Large hand-painted German sculpture depicting a shepherd with his flock, dating from the early 20th century.
This impressive composition portrays a young shepherd carrying a staff while guiding several sheep beneath a tree. The scene is rich in detail, with expressive modelling, vibrant polychrome decoration and a glossy glazed finish characteristic of German decorative porcelain of the period.
The sculpture is entirely hand-painted and displays fine craftsmanship in both the figures and the naturalistic tree trunk. Its large dimensions make it an eye-catching decorative piece suitable for collectors of European porcelain and pastoral sculptures.
Condition: Overall in excellent condition for its age, with only minor signs of age and handling.
Origin: Germany
Period: Early 20th century
Material: Hand-painted glazed porcelain
Dimensions: 50 × 20 × 30 cm
A decorative and highly collectible porcelain group with strong visual presence.
Large hand-painted German sculpture depicting a shepherd with his flock, dating from the early 20th century.
This impressive composition portrays a young shepherd carrying a staff while guiding several sheep beneath a tree. The scene is rich in detail, with expressive modelling, vibrant polychrome decoration and a glossy glazed finish characteristic of German decorative porcelain of the period.
The sculpture is entirely hand-painted and displays fine craftsmanship in both the figures and the naturalistic tree trunk. Its large dimensions make it an eye-catching decorative piece suitable for collectors of European porcelain and pastoral sculptures.
Condition: Overall in excellent condition for its age, with only minor signs of age and handling.
Origin: Germany
Period: Early 20th century
Material: Hand-painted glazed porcelain
Dimensions: 50 × 20 × 30 cm
A decorative and highly collectible porcelain group with strong visual presence.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Style
Realism
Title
Shepherd with flock
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Earthenware
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
50 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
30 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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