Porcelain figurine - Ćmielów. Franciszek Kalfas (1898-1968), Spring - visiting card holder, design from 1942-44, first half of the 20th century.

Unique artistic porcelain figurine depicting a nude seated female figure in a pose full of grace and contemplation. The piece is made of high-quality white porcelain, characterized by excellent craftsmanship and delicacy of detail, representing an exceptional example of European porcelain art from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Characteristics of the item:

• Figure of a woman in a seated pose, gracefully holding a small plant in her hand
• Made of porcelain with a high, glossy finish and a smooth, delicate texture
• Mounted on an ornate, artistically decorated pedestal with relief floral decorations
• Decorative motifs depict cacti and exotic plants in shades of green with red accents (fruits, flowers)
• Gilded edge of the lower part of the pedestal adds elegance and prestige to the entire composition

Artistic and historical value: The figurine represents classic European artistic porcelain, probably dating from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. The nude female form was a popular, highly valued motif in porcelain art, especially in the Art Nouveau circle. The high quality of the material, precision of the decorations, and excellent craftsmanship indicate production in a renowned porcelain manufactory. The item is an excellent addition to a collection of porcelain art and is a valuable acquisition for connoisseurs and collectors of European artistic porcelain.