140 yr. old Rudolstadt Detailed CHERUB Pottery Co Germany FIGURINE PITCHER VASE

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HAND PAINTED with Gold paint Antique 19th-century German Royal Rudolstadt Cherub figurine with a vase Rare, Adorable Antique Ceramic/Porcelain with a cute Cherub tipping over a vase. Old Marked on bottom.Porzellanfabrik Rudolstadt Straus & Söhne A.G. Germany was established in 1882. In 1882 they started US subsidiary New York and Rudolstadt Pottery Co. Inc. Porzellanfabrik Rudolstadt Straus & Söhne A.G. was taken over by Nathan Strauss and renamed to Nathan Straus & Co. In 1930 the factory was finally closedAbout 10 inches tall by 6 inches at the base Cherub is 8 inches tall with a beautifully painted face and detailed painted flowers on his outfit.. Vase can hold flowers and is about 4 inches in diameter Weighs 2 pounds More beautiful in person. ~ Royal Rudolstadt with 'R W' raised Initials Within a Diamond Shaped Shield Pottery Mark with Crown Above dating 1895 - 1924 Lazarus Straus & Sons company - Collectors often call it "Royal Rudolstadt." Most pieces found today were made in the late nineteenth or early twentieth century. Additional pieces may be listed in the Kewpie category. From what I discovered Macy's purchased ceramics like this for their stores.History: Porzellanfabrik Rudolstadt Straus & Söhne A.G. was established in 1882 but it's date go back to 1869 when Lazarus Straus & Sons company was founded. This glass and ceramic import and trade business was growing fast. Already in 1874 Lazarus's son, Nathan, started co-operation with R.H. Macy company creating own departments in their shops.In 1874, R.H. Macy company established a famous china department there. Lazarus Straus & Sons carried out operations in several European countries: England, Austria, Czechoslovakia, France, and Germany.In 1882 they started US subsidiary New York and Rudolstadt Pottery Co. Inc. Porzellanfabrik Rudolstadt Straus & Söhne A.G. was taken over by Nathan Strauss and renamed to Nathan Straus & Co. In 1930 the factory was finally closed.Rudolstadt was a faience factory in the Thuringia region of Germany from 1720 to about 1791. In 1854, Ernst Bohne began working in the area. From about 1887 to 1918, the New York and Rudolstadt Pottery made decorated porcelain marked with the RW and crown familiar to collectors. Other pottery marks picture two eagles inside a shield, attached back-to-back with a smaller shield between them. This porcelain was imported by Lewis Straus and Sons of New York, which later became Nathan Straus and Sons. The word Royal was included in their import mark.About us... M y husband and I want to thank you for looking at our unique treasures. Every day we will try to list more things.W e have been married over 55 years, and are now retired, enjoying life, and selling the treasures that we have within our home. We call it our eBay Estate Sale.M y husband was an International Corporate Executive, giving us the opportunity to travel throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia. We've purchased many unique items including Asian and European Antiques, Pottery, China, Furniture, and Dolls. Our U.S. collectibles include hundreds of Dolls, Books, Jewelry, and Americana...W e try our very best to describe each item accurately by showing lots of photos. Please examine all the photos and description. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to email us before bidding.W e answer all questions promptly.O nce we see your feedback, we will give one to you.Thank you for looking! read more

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