Meissen Porcelain Chaffinch Figurine

This is a fine miniature porcelain figurine of a Chaffinch, produced by the prestigious Meissen Manufactory. The bird is meticulously hand-painted with a naturalistic palette, featuring a reddish-brown breast, a grey-blue cap on the head, and detailed black, white, and yellow plumage on the wings and tail feathers. The figurine stands approximately 2 to 3 inches in height and is mounted on a small, white-glazed porcelain stump base adorned with a tiny purple and yellow forget-me-not flower and green leaves. The bird’s beak is slightly parted, and its legs are delicately rendered in a golden-brown hue against the tree-stump support. The craftsmanship is indicative of Meissen's high-quality hard-paste porcelain, exhibiting a smooth, vitreous glaze and exceptionally fine brushwork in the feathering and the stippling around the eye. In terms of condition, the piece appears to be in excellent antique or vintage condition with no visible chips, cracks, or professional repairs. The colors remain vibrant and the glaze has maintained its high-gloss sheen. Based on the style and execution, this piece likely dates to the late 19th or early 20th century. Such figurines represent Meissen's long tradition of ornithological subjects, prized by collectors for their anatomical accuracy and delicate artistry. While market marks (likely the blue crossed swords) are hidden beneath the base, the quality and specific floral application are consistent with genuine Meissen manufacturing.

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