Dresden Porcelain Bowl by Helena Wolfsohn with Putti and Flowers 19th Century

Dresden porcelain circular bowl, hand-painted in the workshop of Helena Wolfsohn, dated approximately 1880. The piece features a quadripartite division with alternating scenes of putti (angels) in rural landscapes and polychrome flower bouquets on a deep blue ground. The center of the bowl contains a small floral sprig, and the edges are ornamented with intricate fine gold scroll patterns.

Object History: Helena Wolfsohn was one of the most prominent decorators in Dresden during the 19th century. Her workshop specialized in decorating high-quality porcelain pieces, often emulating the Rococo style of Meissen. The 'AR' (Augustus Rex) mark visible on the base was used by Wolfsohn until legal disputes with the Royal Meissen Manufactory forced her to cease its use in the early 1880s.

Technical Details:
- Period: 19th Century (circa 1880)
- Technique: Hand-painted porcelain with fire gilding
- Diameter: 14.5 cm (5.7 inches)
- Height: 4 cm (1.6 inches)
- Material: Hard-paste porcelain
- Condition: Excellent condition. Polychromy remains vibrant. Minimal wear to the gilded edges due to age. No cracks, chips, or restorations.

Appraisal: High-value object for collectors of German porcelain and enthusiasts of 19th-century decorative arts. It represents the technical excellence of Dresden's painting studios.