Step into the refined world of early 20th-century Czech ceramics with this enchanting faience figurine, "The Lark Has Flown from the Field", by the masterful Karel Petr (1881-1914).
This delicate and gilded sculpture depicts a young couple in a lyrical, romantic moment - the young man standing gracefully beside a girl in a wide, flowing skirt, evoking movement, charm, and subtle intimacy. Every detail is meticulously hand-painted, enhanced with shimmering gilding that reflects the warm glow of the golden age of Czech applied arts.
The oval faux-marble base bears the inscribed title at the back and measures 26.5 × 19 cm, while the figurine reaches a height of 18 cm. Marked underneath with the model number 409, this piece is a rare and elegant example of Bechyně craftsmanship, embodying romance, artistry, and historical significance.
An exquisite collector's piece - not merely a figurine, but a whisper of an era where beauty, skill, and emotion were inseparable.
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Be transported to the world of Czech ceramics of the early 20th century with this charming faience figurine "Skowronek Wyleciał z Pola" by master Karel Petr (1881-1914).
The delicate, gilded sousoší depicts a young couple in a poetic, romantic moment - the young man standing next to the girl in a wide, billowing skirt, exuding movement, grace and subtle intimacy. Every detail is hand-painted and the gilding shimmers like the warm glow of the golden age of Czech applied art.
The oval base in imitation marble on the back bears an engraved title and measures 26.5 × 19 cm; the figurine reaches a height of 18 cm. Marked on the base: model number 409. It is a rare and elegant example of Bechyně craftsmanship, combining romanticism, craftsmanship and historical value.
A unique collector's item - not just a figurine, but whispers of an era in which beauty, craftsmanship and emotions were inseparable.
