Figurines

FIGURINES

AUGARTEN PORZELLAN

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MANU FACTUM EST „Von Hand gefertigt“

„Hand made“

The “Wiener Porzellanmanufaktur Augarten” was founded in 1718, making it the second-oldest in Europe. The “white gold” from Vienna has been lovingly moulded and shaped, glazed and painted by hand ever since; therefore every single piece of finest Augarten is unique. What’s more, our designs and artistic values reflect our collaboration with well-known artists through the generations. This tradition is perpetuated to this day through our work with recognised designers. Augarten is famous among leading manufactories for the whiteness of its porcelain, its fine and delicate craftsmanship and its exquisite painting.

MANU FACTUM EST The production process

From raw material to unique finished article.

So delicate and yet so robust – the secret of how to make porcelain eluded the western world for a long time. Discovering the formula certainly required some intuition from the alchemists. Yet making the finest porcelain requires just three “ingredients”

FELDSPAR, QUARTZ, AND KAOLIN

The secret lies in getting the proportions right! Once the mix has been prepared, it can be employed immediately to make the most beautiful shapes. If the piece is to be thrown on the wheel, the paste has to be allowed to mature until it achieves the ideal consistency. Round and free-form shapes are created by hand on the wheel and are then dried. Plaster moulds are required to make the various parts for each piece of porcelain. Hollow shapes and figurines are cast and then allowed to dry before being removed from the mould. A single figure can consist of anything up to 70 separate parts that are put – or rather stuck – together and finished in a time-consuming manual process. The same porcelain paste is used to make the supports that hold the piece of porcelain in the required shape during firing.

Casting Taking out of the shape The individual pieces

Sharpening Cleaning The original

Glazing The art of painting Signing

Next, the tricky firing process begins. The first firing is known as biscuit firing, and takes place at 930° C. It causes the material to harden but its surface remains porous. Next it is time to give the raw porcelain its “identity”. Each piece is checked and cleaned and then marked with the signature striped shield prior to glazing. The shield is the coat of arms of the Babenberg family, and has been the trademark of the Vienna Porcelain Manufactory since 1744.

Once the glazing has been applied by hand, the porcelain gets its second or main firing. This takes place at a temperature of 1380° C, and gives the porcelain almost the same compressive strength as steel. The porcelain now has a smooth, glazed surface, which is just perfect for detailed decoration using a quill pen or brush. Depending on the pattern and the number of colours, there can be up to six intermediate firings. Finally, gilt edges or decoration for the relevant pattern are painted on. Gold dust mixed with clove oil is applied to the porcelain and the piece is fired again to volatise the fugitive components so that 24-carat gold is all that remains. It is then polished with agate or sea sand. The Vienna manufactory is well known among connoisseurs for the purity, colour and intensity of the gold.

Every Augarten piece is thus the product of the enormous patience and creativity of craftsmen who are true experts in their field.

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Figurines 4 *All figurines are also available in white.

Join us on a journey into the richly diverse and fascinating world of porcelain figures. Our time span stretches from the very beginnings of the Manufactory in 1718 right up to the Art Deco period. It is rare to find a manufactory which can reflect the path of history across the centuries with such subtlety and skill. Themes Alongside Vally Wieselthier, mention is also made of Ida Schwetz-Lehmann and Mathilde Szendrö-Jaksch, designers who, for example, dominated in the field of typically charming Art Deco figures. Schwetz-Lehmann produced models of fashionably-dressed young ladies while, in 1927, Jaksch created an image of a famous dancer of the time, Tilly Losch, in her role as “Schlagobers” in the ballet of the same name by Richard Strauss. Objects created by the Manufactory were received with a storm of enthusiasm at the World Fair in Paris in 1929. In addition to designs by Walter Bosse, works by Franz von Zülow and the ceramic artists of the “Wiener Werkstätte” (Vienna Workshops) Dina Kuhn, Hertha Bucher and Vally Wieselthier were also on show – these were devoted particularly to the designs of sculptures at Augarten. Some of the first figural works created after the Paris exhibition included models by Albin Döbrich and Karin Sakellarious – Courbette, Piaffe and Levade with Rider were produced as examples of the haute école school of riding long established at the Spanish Riding School in Vienna. These unmistakeable representations of the world-famous horses and riders of the Spanish Riding School epitomize the perfection of supreme craftsmanship. A Lippizaner like this consists of no fewer than 70 separate parts. And let’s not forget the countless animal figures, both large and small, such as the finely detailed dogs, playful cats and fabulously plumaged birds from both familiar and more exotic climes. The repertoire also came to include figures in traditional costume, religious figures and statuettes of musicians Johann Strauss, Franz Schubert and Mozart. Most of the work was designed by the renowned artists Breideneichen, Jesser, Rottenberg and Berceviczy. The range of porcelain figures received an injection of humour with “grotesques” produced to designs by Walter Bosse or animals by Karin Jarl. Contemporaries very much valued Walter Bosse’s talent for developing amusing and droll ideas. Cooperation with internationally renowned contemporary artists and designers is also a key factor in the production of new models and decorations. One example is the work of Arik Brauer who is responsible for the production of a fantastical chess game.



Augarten Artists

Robert Ullmann, 1903-1966 The Austrian sculptur created various embodiments of human and animals for the Viennese porcelain manufactory Augarten. Among figurines as „Fighting Horese“, „Group of stags“ and other animals he designed a female figure in 1936 „Susanna“, also known as „Nude by Ullmann “. Michael Powolny, 1871-1954 This ceramist and sculptor was one of the most important representatives of Austrian ceramists at the beginning of the 20st century. Among his works we find the „Ara“ and the graceful figure of “Daphne”. Walter Bosse, 1904 – 1979 His creations still are evidence of his inmmense artistic esprit and sparkle of fancy ideas. Objects, designed by Walter Bosse are definitely a highlight of applied arts in Austria. The outstanding „Grotesques“ – 4 in number – were designed 1925 for the manufactory Augarten. Eduard Liebscher Professor Liebscher designed the figure „Kissing of hand“ 1936 for Augarten and personally monitored the production of the first pieces. Already 1935 he had developped two marvellous bookrest which are inherent part of the figurine production since then.

Historic view of Prof. Ullmann while modelling

Applying the Augarten-logo on figurine Daphne

Single pieces of the figurine „Kissing of hands“



Augarten Artists

Mathilde Jaksch, 1899 She created capricious female dancers and actresses after famous models, such as the well known Riki Raab. There were also genre-like figural groups (“Young Love”, “Girl with a Doll”, “Drunken Man Lying on a Cactus” and statuettes with the charm of the Far East (Chinese and Malayan figurines). Still in production today are “Whipped Cream” (the dancer, Tilly Losch), “Riki Raab”, the lady in crinolines and the cavalier, “Moor”, “Cockatoo”, “Phantom” and the chess set. Vally Wieselthier, 1895-1945 Rudolf von Delius wrote about her enthusiastically in the publication, „Neue Keramik“ (1926-27): “She possesses that charm peculiar to a pampered, almost overripe culture; all the senses approach playfulness, the nerves vibrate all the way to the fingertips and there is a throbbing of recklessness and joy of extravagance in these figurines that excites, transports, enchants us.” For the Augarten manufactory she created the two models, “Lady with Monkey” and “Romance”, and the allegory, “Vanity”, in 1925, a charming figural group of the highest quality, which is still in production. Hertha Bucher, 1898 – 1960 The delicate clock, “Cityscape”, was shown at the Paris Arts and Crafts Exhibition in 1925 and received a gold medal. Other well known designs for Augarten are “Bacchantes”, “Reclining Girl” (a paper weight), lampsands, “Cherubim” and the vase, “Sqirrels and Trees”, whose decoration in under glaze blue, over glaze enamels and gilt have made it one of the artist’s most famous works. Ida Schwetz-Lehmann, 1883 - 1971 Her designs are rooted in allegorical, religious and mythical realms and demand the highest degree of still from the porcelain modeller and painter. Among this artist’s best known creations are “The First Roses”, “Lady with a Parrot”, “Dancer”, “Skier”, “Bust of a Girl”, “Madonna with Halo”. Today such figurines as “Girl in a Storm”, “Cello Player”, “Madonna”, and “Bust of an Angel” are still being produced.

Painting of „The Rosebearer“

Historic view of einer „master mould“ and resulting plaster moulds

Modeller retouching „Susanna“



Art Déco*

Von links nach rechts from left to right Entwurf / Design

Riki Raab Riki Raab Mathilde Szendrö-Jaksch, 1929 17 cm 011 210 1636

Schlagobers Whipped cream Mathilde Szendrö-Jaksch, 1927 17 cm 011 210 1613

Mädchen im Sturm Girl in a storm Ida Schwetz-Lehmann, 1933 20 cm 011 210 1593

Frühlingsbote Harbinger of spring Ida Schwetz-Lehmann, 1925 15,3 cm 011 210 1516

Mädchen mit dem Affen Girl with monkey Vally Wieselthier, 1925 24 cm 011 210 1517

Maskenträger Mask bearer Mathilde Szendrö-Jaksch, 1930 21 cm 011 210 1704

Eisläuferin Ice-skating lady Mathilde Szendrö-Jaksch, 1930 19 cm 011 212 1703

Schneeballwerferin Girl throwing snow Prof. Albin Döbrich, 1928 15,5 cm 011 212 1610



Art Déco*


Eitelkeit Vanity Vally Wieselthier, 1925 18,5 cm 011 210 1531

Tänzerin Dancing girl Ida Schwetz-Lehmann, 1925 27 cm 011 210 1534 S

Daphne Daphne Prof. Michael Powolny, 1946 37 cm 001 110 1780

Junger Tag New day Prof. Winkler, 1941 28,5 cm 001 110 1778



Art Déco*


Bücherstütze, rechts Book-rest right Eduard Liebscher, 1936 001 110 1738

Bücherstütze, links Book-rest left Eduard Liebscher, 1936 001 110 1739

Mann mit Antilope Man with antilope Walter Bosse, 1925 20,5 cm 011 210 1545

Mädchen mit Rebstock Grotesque girl Walter Bosse, 1925 23 cm 011 210 1546

Knabe mit Ball Boy with ball Walter Bosse, 1925 12,5 cm 011 210 1543

Redner Talking man Walter Bosse, 1925 11 cm 011 210 1525



Wiener Figuren*

Old Viennese Figures*


Schlittschuhläuferin Girl on skates 1750 15 cm 011 210 1002

Gemüseverkäuferin Vegetable selling girl 1750 20 cm 011 210 1003

Jäger mit Hund Huntsman with dog 1750 15,5 cm 011 210 1006

Kellnerin mit Schach Waitress with chessboard 1750 19,5 cm 011 210 1007

Blumenverkäuferin Flower selling girl 1750 23 cm 011 210 1008

Salamiverkäufer Salami vendor 1750 20,5 cm 011 210 1011

Landkartenverkäufer Seller of geographic maps 1750 18 cm 011 210 1012

Hendlbrater Roast-chicken seller 1750 19,5 cm 011 210 1013

Aalverkäufer Fisher lad selling eels 1750 19,5 cm 011 210 1014

Lavendelverkäuferin Lavender selling girl Jäger, 1931 16,5 cm 011 210 1669



Wiener Figuren*

Old Viennese Figures*


Mädchen mit Rosengirlande Girl with garland of flowers 1750 13 cm 011 210 1016

Knabe mit Traubenkorb Boy with basket of grapes 1750 16,5 cm 011 210 1851

Knabe mit Blumenkorb Boy with basket of flowers 1750 16,5 cm 011 210 1855

Rosenkavalier, reich bemalt The rose bearer, richly painted Prof. Albin Döbrich, 1924 20 cm 011 212 1500

Mozart Mozart Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1955 23,5 cm 011 210 1815

Cellospielerin Violoncello player Ida Schwetz-Lehmann, 1927 16,5 cm 011 210 1571

Thimig-Gruppe Thimig group Prof. Albin Döbrich, 1930 19,5 cm 011 210 1605



Liebe* Love*


Handkuss Kissing of the hand Eduard Liebscher, 1936 27 cm 001 110 1740

Amor Weiblich Cupid female 1750 12 cm 011 210 1018

Amor Männlich Cupid male 1750 11,5 cm 011 210 1019

Amor mit Brief Cupid with letter 1750 12 cm 011 210 1020

Putto Putto Prof. Michael Powolny, 1925 12 cm 011 210 1514

Amor mit Ring Cupid with ring Mathilde Szendrö-Jaksch, 1926 15 cm 011 210 1555



Hunde*

Dogs*


Terrier, groß Terrier large Karin Jarl-Sakellarios, 1926 12,5 cm 011 210 1654

Airdale Terrier, groß Terrier large Karin Jarl-Sakellarios, 1926 12,5 cm 011 210 1654 B

Airdale Terrier, klein Terrier small Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1938 9 cm 011 210 1725 B

Dackel, groß Dachshund large Karin Jarl-Sakellarios, 1927 9 cm 011 210 1655

Dackel, klein Dachshund puppy Möller, 1932 6,5 cm 011 210 1671

Setter Setter Möller, 1931 7 cm 011 210 1670

Skyterrier Skyeterrier Möller, 1933 6 cm 011 210 1682

Scotch-Terrier Scotch-terrier Möller, 1928 7 cm 011 210 1660

Chin-Chin Chin-chin Möller, 1935 7 cm 011 210 1694

Sealyham-Terrier Seal Yham-terrier Möller, 1934 8,3 cm 011 210 1693



Hunde*

Dogs*


Barsoi, mittelgroß Barsoi medium Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1936 10,7 cm 011 212 1713

Greyhound, groß Greyhound large Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1936 12,7 cm 011 212 1714

Schäferhund, einfach bemalt Sheep dog, simple painted Wolfgang Opel, 2006 12,7 cm 011 211 1880

Schäferhund, reich bemalt Sheep dog, richly painted Wolfgang Opel, 2006 12,7 cm 011 212 1880

Polarspitz Chow Hanne Schaffer, 1967 8,5 cm 011 210 1848

Griffon Griffon Möller, 1933 8 cm 011 210 1688

Pudel, sitzend Poodle sitting Hanne Schaffer, 1960 10 cm 011 210 1827



Hasen, Mäuse & Katzen*

Hares, mouses & cats*


Hase Hare Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1936 7,5 cm 011 210 1721

Hase, sitzend Hare sitting Hubert Weidinger, 1995 4,4 cm 011 210 1862

Hase, aufrecht Hare upright Hubert Weidinger, 1995 8 cm 011 210 1863

Maus, fressend Mouse, eating Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1935 5 cm 011 210 1709

Maus, Schwanz beissend Mouse, biting tail Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1935 4,4 cm 011 210 1710

Maus, Hinterfuss beissend Mouse, biting its leg Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1935 4,5 cm 011 210 1711

Katze, liegend Persian cat, laying Karin Jarl-Sakellarious, 1926 6 cm 011 210 1646

Katze, spielend Cat playing Hubert Weidinger, 1995 4,1 cm 011 210 1865 R

Katze, Pfote hebend Cat raising paw Hubert Weidinger, 1995 6,3 cm 011 210 1866 R

Katze am Sprung Cat about jump Hubert Weidinger, 1995 3,5 cm 011 210 1867 G



Vögel*

Birds*


Papagei Parrot Prof. Michael Powolny, 1946 34 cm 011 210 1785

Kakadu, gebeugt Cockatoo, head down Mathilde Szendrö-Jaksch, 1926 11,5 cm 011 210 1599

Wellensittich, gelb Budgerigar, yellow painted Prof. Michael Powolny, 1946 12,5 cm 011 211 1724

Fasan Pheasant Prof. Albin Döbrich, 1927 15 cm 011 210 1601



Vögel*

Birds*


Spatz Young sparrow Prof. Albin Döbrich, 1928 5,5 cm 011 210 1612

Meise, sitzend Perching Tit Porf. Robert Ullmann, 1956 10,5 cm 011 210 1810

Meise, hängend Titmouse hanging Porf. Robert Ullmann, 1956 11 cm 011 210 1811

Waldohr-Eule Long eared owl Hubert Weidinger, 1994 10 cm 011 210 1859

Ente, nach rechts schauend Duck look to the right Hubert Weidinger, 1995 4,2 cm 011 211 1854

Ente, nach links schauend Duck look to the left Hubert Weidinger, 1995 4,1 cm 011 212 1854

Ente, gerade schauend Duck look straight Hubert Weidinger, 1995 3,6 cm 011 213 1854

Ente, gestreckt Duck stretch Hubert Weidinger, 1995 4,2 cm 011 214 1854

Ente, aufrecht Duck upstanding Hubert Weidinger, 1995 6,7 cm 011 215 1854



Menschen & Tiere*

People & annimals *


Stierkämpfer Bullfighter Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1949 33 cm 001 110 1796

Rosslbändiger Horse breaker Karin & Viktor Sakellarious, 1937 5,5 kg, h: 45 cm 001 110 1772



Jagd*

Hunting *


Hirschgruppe Group of stags Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1930 19,5 cm 001 110 1662

Rehbock Roebuck Hubert Weidinger, 1995 18,8 cm 001 110 1853

Rehbock, fegend Roebuck Karin Jarl-Sakellarios, 1925 12 cm 001 110 1541



Jagd*

Hunting *


Fliehende Gazelle

mit vergoldeten Hörnern

und Kakteen

Fleeing Gazelle

with golden horns

and cactuses

Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1950 18,5 cm 011 410 1794

Gemse Chamois Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1930 23 cm 001 110 1667

Rehkitz Baby deer Möller, 1928 10,5 cm 001 110 1661

Gazelle Gazelle Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1934 6,5 cm 001 110 1681



Jagd*

Hunting *


Sauhatz Wild-boar hunting Karin Jarl-Sakellarios, 1925 10,5 cm 001 110 1521

Bär Bear Prof. Ferdinand Opitz, 1957 10 cm 001 110 1820

Keiler Wild boar Hubert Weidinger, 1994 12,3 cm 001 110 1857



Exoten*

Exotic*


Panther Panther Franz Barwig, 1925 36 cm 011 410 1630 B

Panther Panther Franz Barwig, 1925 36 cm 011 410 1630 A

Panther, schleichend Panther creeping Lugerth, 1926 7 cm 011 310 1553

Kapuziner Affe Capuchin monkey Prof. Robert Ullmann, 1936 13 cm 001 110 1722

Wüstenfuchs Desert fox Karin Jarl-Sakellarios, 1926 15 cm 011 210 1586

Giraffe Giraffe Augarten Studio 15,5 cm 011 410 1875

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