Royal Dux Bohemia – Young Woman Reading, Early 20th Century

An elegant polychrome porcelain sculpture depicting a young woman seated on a rock, absorbed in reading a book. The subject is rendered with finesse, highlighting the softness of her facial features, the natural movement of her posture, and the flowing folds of her dress. Beautiful polychrome in shades of ivory, green, and gold with gilded highlights.

The base bears the famous Royal Dux Bohemia mark—a pink triangle—as well as an engraved model number, guaranteeing the authenticity of the Bohemian manufacturer. This piece perfectly illustrates the refined and decorative style for which Royal Dux was renowned in the early 20th century.

Manufacturer: Royal Dux Bohemia
Origin: Bohemia (Czech Republic)
Period: early 20th century
Material: polychrome porcelain with gold highlights
Decor: young woman reading a book
Marks: applied pink triangle and engraved numbering on the underside of the base
Style: Art Nouveau / Belle Époque
Condition: very good overall condition