Lot 281: Ceramic Figure of a King in Ceremonial Regalia
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A ceramic figure depicting a king standing in ceremonial attire, mounted on a circular oak plinth. The figure is finished in a green glaze with a white ermine-spotted capelet and lining, featuring overglaze gilt accents to the crown, sceptre, globus cruciger, and footwear. The king is portrayed holding a sceptre in his right hand and a globus cruciger in his left. The figure is secured to the wooden base by two flat-head screws. No maker’s marks, factory stamps, or signatures are visible on the exterior of the ceramic or the underside of the plinth.
Height: 12.5 inches (32 cm).
Condition report:
A visible chip is present to the green glaze on the front of the figure\'s right foot (photo 1). Crazing is evident across the white glazed areas, most notably on the capelet and the face (photo 1, 4). A vertical mold seam or hairline crack is visible running down the back of the green robe (photo 2). The two screws securing the figure to the base show significant oxidation and rust (photo 3). General surface wear and dust are present throughout.
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