Stunning Hand made 24K gold vase “Love Story “ Fragonard by HK. Bavaria Germany This refined and rare vase with deep red rims and 24-carat gold decoration from HK Bavaria (Horst Kuba) is a beautiful example of high quality old German porcelain. This isn't just a vase, it’s a masterclass in German "Refiner" craftsmanship. The center features the iconic "Love Story" motif, a romantic courting scene directly inspired by the works of Jean-Honoré Fragonard (1732–1806), one of the masters of French Rococo painting. His works often staged the nobility of the time in romantic and pastoral gardens. Gorgeous fine porcelain vase, characterised by a the opulent scalloped collar, large burgundy upper band embellished with rich floral motifs and delicate friezes applied with 24 k gold. This burgundy band is creates a classic and luxurious contrast with the white porcelain. This style of inlay decoration and golden rinceaux on a colourful background is mainly found on high-end European porcelains such Bavaria in Germany, Haviland This vase has the typical silhouette of a corolla vase At 19 cm, it is the perfect size for a stunning cabinet display or as a centerpiece for a sophisticated dessert service. This vase is a true "jewel" of German porcelain history! Elevate your collection with this breathtaking vintage vase sports the famous motif called "Scene galante" from the prestigious Bavaria porcelain manufactory HK Bavaria Germany with deep red rims and 24-carat gold decoration. Details: Material: - 24 k gold - confirms the use of high-quality gilding based on 24 carat pure gold. - High quality glossy white porcelain. Manufacture: HK Bavaria Germany - Horst Kuba factory (Oberkotzau, Germany). Handarbeit: German term meaning "Handmade", specifying that the decor has been applied snd finalised manually. Dimensions: Height: 19 cm Diameter of upper edge: 14 cm Diameter of body: 15 cm Diameter of the foot: 10,4 cm Weight: 995 g —-///////——————- Historical information: About Porcelain manufacture Horst Kuba (1930-1989):
In 1930 the 1896 born Josef Kuba opened a small porcelain factory with its own little decoration studio in the city of Karlsbad (Czech Republic). During World War II the area was overrun by German forces and remained occupied until 1945. Following the end of the war, Kuba re-established his decoration business in a building on Herbstweg road in the southern part of Wiesau (Bavaria).
  Since then, his work was mainly based on pieces from the Porzellanfabrik Carl Schumann factory in Arzberg (Bavaria) or the Heinrich & Co. factory in Selb (Bavaria) although he occasionally used items by other manufacturers, for example Hutschenreuther or Tirschenreuth.
  
While Kuba decorated many items in a number of different styles like 'Alt-Wien' (Old Vienna) or Rembrandt, he preferred to include transfer applications based on oil paintings by the French artist Jean-Honoré Fragonard that mainly depict courting couples.
  After the death of Josef Kuba in 1972 his son Horst Kuba continued business until he decided to close in 1989. The 'HK' mark was verified via Sandra Kuba, Horst Kubas daughter. Attention to the details photographs. Any defect not mentioned in the description but visible in the photos is considered as described and cannot give rise to any claim. Careful packaging with double protection box including gift wrapping. 
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