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This product is a pair of antique German porcelain quill holders in the shape of a court couple, designed to stand on a desk as decorative items.
Item Description
Title: Antique Pair of German Porcelain Figural Quill Pen Holders – Rococo Court Couple (5" matching pair of antique German porcelain figural quill pen holders, crafted in the late 19th to early 20th century (c. 1890s–1920s).
Modeled in the classic 18th-century Rococo court style, this pair features a grandly dressed gentleman in a frock coat and breeches paired with an elegant court lady in a floral gown. Unlike flat-backed Staffordshire pieces, these figures are fully sculpted and hand-painted 360 degrees around. Each figure features a discrete, integrated porcelain tube—discreetly hidden behind the chair back and dress folds—designed to support a feather quill or dip pen upright on a desk garniture set.
Features & Details:
Type: Pair of Antique Figural Quill Holders / Pen Stands
Origin: Germany (Thuringia / Saxony region)
Era: Late 19th / Early 20th Century (Victorian / Edwardian Period)
Material: Fine Hard-Paste Porcelain
Dimensions: Approx. 5" Tall x 2.5" Wide (each)
Markings: Incised/impressed mold numbers 1412 / I / 192 in the porcelain paste on the underside, alongside a blue decorator mark.
Craftsmanship: Delicately hand-painted facial features, gilt accents on breeches, hand-applied floral skirts, and rich jewel-tone enamels.
Condition:
In Excellent / Very Good Vintage condition for their age.
Fine glaze finish with vibrant hand-painted color and intact gilding.
No major cracks, chips, or repairs
Please inspect all high-resolution photos closely, as they form an essential part of the condition report.
Made of high-quality porcelain, these vintage figurines are intricately crafted with detailed designs. Perfect for collectors of desktop items or those interested in unique and classic pen and writing instrument holders, these quill holders add a touch of elegance and history to any workspace or collection.
