This object is a spill holder from the early 20th century, made of polychrome bisque porcelain. The piece features a female figure dressed in Regency style attire, holding a fan, standing next to a tree trunk vessel.
Object History: These vessels were common decorative and functional items on Edwardian mantelpieces, used to hold wood splints or paper strips (spills) for transferring fire. They are typically attributed to French or German workshops specializing in export bisque figures.
Details and Condition:
- Period: Circa 1900 - 1910
- Technique: Molded bisque porcelain with hand-applied matte polychromy
- Height: 13 cm (5.12 inches)
- Width: 6.2 cm (2.44 inches)
- Depth: 4 cm (1.57 inches)
- Weight: 95 g (0.21 lbs)
- Material: Bisque porcelain
- Condition: Excellent antique condition. Structurally sound with no cracks or restorations. Minor paint wear consistent with age.
Value and Use: This item holds historical value as an example of early century functional earthenware. Suitable for collectors of European porcelain or as a decorative element in classic interiors.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.
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