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Antique Helena Wolfsohn Dresden Porcelain Cherub with Basket – AR Mark
Beautiful antique German porcelain figurine depicting a charming winged cherub carrying an open decorative basket on its back.
This finely modelled piece features a delicately painted face, sculpted curls, small wings and an elegantly decorated basket with raised floral ornaments and blue accents.
The figurine stands on a decorative porcelain base with delicate blue detailing.
Helena Wolfsohn – Dresden Porcelain
The underside bears a blue intertwined AR (Augustus Rex) monogram, a historical porcelain marking associated with Helena Wolfsohn's Dresden decorating studio.
Helena Wolfsohn operated a porcelain decorating business in Dresden during the 19th century, decorating porcelain blanks produced by various manufacturers.
Her workshop became particularly known for its use of the AR monogram, inspired by the historical Augustus Rex mark associated with Meissen porcelain.
The AR mark was used by Helena Wolfsohn's business during the late 19th century.
This figurine is attributed to Helena Wolfsohn based on its blue AR monogram and comparison with documented historical examples.
The attribution does not imply manufacture by the Meissen porcelain factory.
Design and Details
The charming cherub is depicted supporting an open porcelain basket decorated with raised flowers and blue ornamental details.
The basket forms an integral part of the sculptural composition and provides a small open receptacle.
The exact original purpose of the basket has not been established.
The combination of sculptural modelling, delicate facial painting and decorative floral details reflects the aesthetic of 19th-century Dresden porcelain.
Item Details
Attribution: Helena Wolfsohn, Dresden
Origin: Germany
Period: 19th Century, attributed
Material: Porcelain
Subject: Cherub / Putto with Basket
Color: White with Blue and Polychrome Details
Marking: Blue AR (Augustus Rex) Monogram
Style: Antique Dresden Decorative Porcelain
Dimensions
Approximate measurements:
4.60 × 4.25 inches
11.7 × 10.8 cm
Condition
Very good antique condition.
The figurine displays the attractive character expected of an antique porcelain object.
Minor age-related signs of previous use may be present.
Please examine all photographs carefully, including the detailed images of the cherub, basket, floral decoration and underside marking. The photographs form an important part of the item description and condition assessment.
Provenance
Acquired from a private collection.
Shipping Information
The figurine will be carefully packed with appropriate protective materials for international transportation.
USA Buyers – Delivery Duty Paid (DDP)
All applicable import duties, customs fees and import taxes for delivery to the United States are prepaid by the seller under the Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) shipping service.
Buyers will not be required to pay additional import charges upon delivery.
Shipped with tracked international delivery.
