Hertwig & Co. Katzhütte - Figurine - Koń - Porcelain
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A porcelain figurine of a standing chestnut-brown horse by Hertwig & Co. Katzhütte, on an oval light base, with complete manufacturer signatures on the base, dating to 1950–1960, in excellent condition.
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Hertwig & Co. Katzhütte - Porcelain figurine of a horse, chestnut, in mint condition, signatures
Item description:
The item for sale is a collectible porcelain figurine of a standing horse with a deep, glossy chestnut-brown glaze, with lighter variations on the muzzle and the lower parts of the legs. The sculpture sits on a light, oval base. The condition is perfect—no chips, cracks, scratches, or wear to the glaze. On the underside are complete, original signatures of the maker.
Dimensions (catalogue):
Height: approximately 16.5 cm
Width/Overall length: approximately 18.0 cm
Depth: approximately 5.3 cm
Base length: approximately 14.5 cm
About the manufacturer:
The Hertwig & Co. porcelain manufactory was founded in 1864 by Christoph Hertwig in the town of Katzhütte in Thuringia (Germany). For decades the brand was renowned for producing high-quality animal sculpture, decorative figurines, and dolls. The characteristic signature with the letter “H” and a cat in a house, present on the offered piece, was used by the manufacturer from 1941–1958, which precisely dates this valuable collectible.
The figurine comes from a private collection. I guarantee robust and secure packing of the package for transit. Welcome to purchase.
Hertwig & Co. Katzhütte - Porcelain figurine of a horse, chestnut, in mint condition, signatures
Item description:
The item for sale is a collectible porcelain figurine of a standing horse with a deep, glossy chestnut-brown glaze, with lighter variations on the muzzle and the lower parts of the legs. The sculpture sits on a light, oval base. The condition is perfect—no chips, cracks, scratches, or wear to the glaze. On the underside are complete, original signatures of the maker.
Dimensions (catalogue):
Height: approximately 16.5 cm
Width/Overall length: approximately 18.0 cm
Depth: approximately 5.3 cm
Base length: approximately 14.5 cm
About the manufacturer:
The Hertwig & Co. porcelain manufactory was founded in 1864 by Christoph Hertwig in the town of Katzhütte in Thuringia (Germany). For decades the brand was renowned for producing high-quality animal sculpture, decorative figurines, and dolls. The characteristic signature with the letter “H” and a cat in a house, present on the offered piece, was used by the manufacturer from 1941–1958, which precisely dates this valuable collectible.
The figurine comes from a private collection. I guarantee robust and secure packing of the package for transit. Welcome to purchase.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Hertwig & Co. Katzhütte
Weight
1 g
Number of objects
1
Style
Vintage
Title
Koń
Country of origin
Germany
Designer/artist/maker
Hertwig & Co. Katzhütte
Material
Porcelain
Colour
Brown
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
1 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Depiction/theme
Animals
Estimated period
1950-1960
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