European Porcelain Napoleonic Soldier Figurines

Description: Item/Description: Two vintage hand-painted porcelain military figurines depicting uniformed soldiers from the Napoleonic Wars. The larger figure depicts an officer in a dark blue coat, white breeches, and a high bearskin shako hat with a plume. Marked with blue crossed swords maker's mark, and "656". The smaller companion figure portrays an infantryman holding a rifle, stylized following mid-20th-century European export styles such as Capodimonte. Marked "Germany" with a maker's mark on underside; stamped "18". Both figures feature gold gilt accents. (Scheibe-Alsbach, Sitzendorf, Porcelain Soldiers, German Military Figurines, Italian Military Figurines, Capodimonte Style, Historical Soldier Statues, Meissen Porcelain, Porzellanfabrik Kalk G.m.b.H.) Material: Porcelain Dimensions: Length: 3 1/2"; Width: 2 3/8"; Height: 9 1/2". Smaller: Length: 2"; Width: 2"; Height: 7 1/4" Condition: Signs of age and wear include surface scratches, scuffing. Age: c. 1950s-1970s Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $25 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. 947 Buyers premium: 23%

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