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🎭 Antique German Porcelain Fairing Figurine “Loose Pins” 🎭
🔹 Type: Fairing figurine
🔹 Maker: Conta & Boehme
🔹 Origin: Germany
🔹 Period: Victorian era, circa 1890–1894
🔹 Material: Porcelain
🔹 Inscription: “Loose Pins”
🔹 Height: Approx. 10.5 cm / 4.1 inches
🔹 Width: Approx. 8 cm / 3.1 inches
🔹 Condition: Good antique condition – no chips, cracks, or restorations. Minor paint loss consistent with age. 💎
💎 Description:
Presented is an original antique German porcelain fairing figurine produced by Conta & Boehme, dating to the late 19th century. The composition is executed in a characteristically humorous Victorian style and depicts a genre scene with a satirical undertone.
The figurine features expressive modeling, carefully detailed faces, and vivid hand-painted decoration using rich colors. The inscription “Loose Pins” on the base emphasizes the ironic nature of the scene and reflects the tradition of fairing figures bearing playful or allegorical captions.
Fairing figurines of this type were widely distributed as prizes and souvenirs at fairgrounds and entertainment venues in England, despite their German origin. Examples by Conta & Boehme are highly valued by collectors for their historical significance, rarity, and strong period character.
🧳 Perfect for collectors, lovers of vintage décor, or as an elegant gift for an antique enthusiast
📦 Carefully packed for safe shipping. Worldwide delivery available