Porcelain Figurines Appraisal

Pair of Bisque Porcelain Cherub/Putti Figurines on Gilt Bases

This is a pair of bisque porcelain figurines, likely depicting cherubs or putti, standing on decorative bases. Each figurine features a fair-skinned, nude child figure with short, curly, light brown or blonde hair. They appear to be wearing light blue drapery around their lower bodies, possibly tied or draped as loincloths. The figurine on the left is holding a basket, possibly filled with flowers or fruit, while the figurine on the right is holding what appears to be a small bundle of sticks or a musical instrument. Both figures stand on naturalistic bases, molded to resemble rocky or grassy ground, with one featuring sculpted pink roses and green leaves. These bases transition into a white, fluted or tiered pedestal which is edged with a band of gold gilt around the bottom. The overall construction suggests hand-painted details, particularly in the delicate facial features, hair, and accents like the roses and drapes. Visible condition issues include potential dark marks or scuffs on the legs and bodies, and a degree of wear to the gilt trim on the bases, consistent with age and handling. The bisque finish, characterized by its unglazed, matte appearance, suggests a mid-to-late 19th-century or early 20th-century style, often associated with Victorian or Edwardian decorative arts. The craftsmanship indicates a factory production, possibly European, given the commonality of such motifs in German or French porcelain from that era. The 'old but rare charab figerines' context suggests a perception of age and scarcity, aligning with the potential style period and material.