Antique Volkstedt Dresden Lace Ballerina Figurine –Hand-Painted German Porcelain For Sale

Capture the romance of classical ballet with this breathtaking antique Volkstedt Dresden lace ballerina figurine.Masterfully hand-crafted in Thuringia, Germany, this exquisite piece features a graceful dancer captured mid-motion on a gilded pedestal. She wears a voluminous, tiered tutu meticulously formed from real, hand-applied porcelain lace. Her delicate bodice is shaded in soft romantic pink, accented by tiny hand-sculpted roses. In her hand, she elegantly balances a beautifully detailed, hand-painted floral fan. This cabinet figurine is a stellar showcase of the historic Dresden technique, where real cotton lace is dipped in liquid porcelain slip before firing—burning away the fabric to leave behind a permanent, micro-detailed porcelain mesh. The underside features an authentic Volkstedt factory mark. The historic factory line traces its lineage to 1762 in Rudolstadt. Depending on the specific production era of this mold, the underglaze marking often features the signature crown over an \"N\" (signifying the 1762/Rudolstadt lineage) or stylized pitchforks and monogram variations—the definitive hallmarking of genuine Thuringian and Dresden master craftsmanship. Excellent vintage condition with beautiful hand-painted facial features. As is common with delicate antique porcelain lace, there is minor lace loss at the very bottom back side of the dress; see picture. Dimensions: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) tall, 5.5 inches (14 cm) wide, and 4.3 inches (11 cm) deepAn unforgettable statement piece for a curated antique cabinet, a high-value gift for a ballet enthusiast, or a stunning centerpiece for a romantic, vintage-inspired vanity.