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- Karl Ens young girl sitting on a book porcelain figurine
- Hand-painted yellow, peach, pink, blue & black
- Vintage/antique early 20th c.
- No issues found: free of chips, cracks & crazing
- 3 1/2" L x 2 1/2" W x 3 7/8" H
- Marking stamped on bottom
- Made in Germany
- FREE SHIPPING IN THE USA
German Karl Ens hand-painted porcelain figurine, featuring a young blonde girl in a pink dress, sitting on an open book with a pencil in her hand! The signature ENS windmill mark stamped on the bottom was in use from 1919 to 1945 (the green version dating this piece to the early 20th century).Free shipping in the USA!
Karl Ens was a German potter renowned for his exquisite porcelain creations. Born on November 8, 1867 in Volkstedt, Thuringia in Germany, Ens developed a passion for pottery from a young age. He honed his skills under the guidance of his father, Eduard Ens, who was also a respected potter.
In 1890, Karl Ens took over his father's porcelain factory in Volkstedt and began expanding the business. Under his leadership, the company flourished, producing delicate and intricately designed porcelain pieces that gained international recognition. Ens was particularly celebrated for his artistic birds and animal figurines, which became his signature creations.
Ens embraced the Art Nouveau style that was prominent during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His porcelain pieces often featured flowing lines, vibrant colors, and intricate detailing, reflecting the natural world and its creatures. The attention to detail and the lifelike quality of his animal figurines set Ens apart from his contemporaries.
The Karl Ens porcelain factory employed skilled artisans who meticulously crafted each piece by hand, ensuring the highest level of craftsmanship. The factory's dedication to quality and artistic expression garnered numerous accolades and awards at international exhibitions, including the prestigious World's Fair in Paris.
Karl Ens continued to lead his porcelain factory until his death on February 5, 1940.
