Art Nouveau Porcelain Vase by Karl Ens | Exquisite

$950.00

Antique German Art Nouveau Porcelain Vase by Karl Ens – Cupid and Maiden – Hand Painted, ca. 1900
This exceptional German Art Nouveau porcelain vase was crafted by Karl Ens Porzellanmanufaktur in the early 20th century, around 1900–1910. An exquisite example of Jugendstil decorative art.

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Antique German Art Nouveau Porcelain Vase by Karl Ens – Cupid and Maiden – Hand Painted, ca. 1900

This exceptional German Art Nouveau porcelain vase by Karl Ens Porzellanmanufaktur (Thuringia, c. 1900–1910) is a refined example of Jugendstil decorative art. The vessel presents a high-relief sculptural scene with a winged Cupid leaning toward a reclining maiden, framed by applied flowers and flanked by organic-form handles. The composition—rich in symbolism, movement, and elegance—shows remarkable modeling detail and finesse.

The surface is hand-painted in soft pastel tones and enhanced with gilded accents, fully consistent with the Belle Époque aesthetic. The marriage of figural relief, floral ornament, and architectural symmetry elevates the piece to the realm of functional sculpture. This Art Nouveau porcelain vase by Karl Ens exemplifies the atelier’s poetic interpretations of myth and nature.

Marks: “KVE” in underglaze blue to the underside, confirming authentic Karl Ens manufacture.

Condition: Excellent overall. Minor, age-consistent wear to gilding. One applied flower with a tiny chip on a petal (barely noticeable on close inspection). No cracks, hairlines, or restorations.

Dimensions:
Height: 40 cm (15.7 in)
Diameter: 23 cm (9 in)

A rare and graceful Art Nouveau centerpiece, ideal for collectors of European porcelain, Jugendstil design, or romantic interiors, and a distinguished addition to any curated setting.

Height: 15.75
Diameter: 9Ø
1900
Porcelain, Glaze, Gold enamel, Underglaze blue mark, Hand-painted decoration
Art Nouveau / Jugendstil
White Ivory, Pastel Blue, Light Blue, Sage Green, Olive Green, Gold, Beige, Blush Pink, Lavender, Taupe, Light Brown, Sky Blue

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