This elegant sculpture depicts a heron (Ardea cinerea) in glazed porcelain and hand-painted, captured in a naturalistic pose while preening its feathers. Brand: Porzellanfabrik Karl Ens (Volkstedt, Germany). The green stamped logo on the base (the four stylized windmill blades, which resemble a clover or pinwheel) clearly identifies the manufacturer. Origin: Volkstedt, Thuringia — Germany. Karl Ens was globally recognized for the exceptional detail and realism in their bird and wildlife sculptures. Year/Period: Circa 1919 – 1945. The green stamped mark specifically corresponds to the period before World War II (after 1945, the factory switched to blue stamping). Additional details: The base also has the letter "S" engraved (mold/sculptor indicator) and a small blue control mark from the painter/decorator. Height: 25cm Base: 9.5/8cm Shipping and customs costs will be paid by the buyer via registered mail. I do not ship to the USA