Kister Porzellan-manufaktur, Pair Of Porcelain Figural Flower Carts, C.1887.

Pair of figural carts by Kister Porzellan-Manufaktur, Scheibe-Alsbach, circa 1887. Two young figures in 18th-century attire draw shell-shaped carts on large wheels; fronts with a lion mask and rocaille leaf ornament; sides with rocaille scrolls; interiors white. Sponged “earth” bases are typical of late-19th-century Thuringia. Painted in a Dresden-style pastel palette with raised “pearl” gilding characteristic of Kister.                                                                                                    Underglaze blue “KPM” above crossed strokes; impressed 1445-9; vent hole. Under Professor Reinhard Möller (from 1877), Kister expanded modelling quality; in the 1890s the factory issued pairs and centrepieces (female dancers, dancing couples, historical figures) and lace figures after early Meissen prototypes. Related groups include carts, sledges and children with barrows in the same palette and raised gilding.                                                                                                        Highly collectible pair with clear Kister attribution, appealing composition and strong original surface. Condition: Female: minor loss to one wheel hub; otherwise excellent, colours and gilding preserved. Male: excellent, full preservation. Dimensions and weight: Female 18.5 × 19.5 × 12 cm; 991 g. Male 18 × 19 × 12 cm; 987 g. Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance