Hispania Porcelain European Bee Eater Figurine Manises Spain

Polychrome porcelain sculpture representing a European Bee-eater (Merops apiaster), produced by the Spanish manufactory Hispania in Manises, Valencia.

History: The Hispania firm, part of the Valencian ceramic tradition, stood out for producing high-quality technical figures with gloss finishes. Their ornithological representations are valued for their modeling detail and chromatic fidelity.

Technical details:
- Period: 1990s
- Technique: Molded and hand-painted porcelain with a high-gloss glazed finish.
- Size: Height 7 cm (2.76 inches).
- Material: Fine porcelain.
- Weight: 220 g (0.49 lb).
- Condition: Excellent condition. No chips, cracks, or restorations. The blue Hispania manufacturer's stamp is clearly visible on the base.

Value: A piece of interest for collectors of Spanish porcelain from the Manises school and decorative ornithology enthusiasts.