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Rosenthal Art Department Selb “Marianne Simson” – Lore Friedrich-Gronau – Model 1737 – Design 1941 – Collector’s item
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Private sellerEching a. Ammersee, GermanyOn Whoppah since March 2024 • 7 sales
Product description
For sale is an original, high-quality porcelain figurine of Marianne Simson from the Rosenthal Art Department in Selb, designed by the renowned German sculptor Lore Friedrich-Gronau (1908–2002).
Lore Friedrich-Gronau is considered one of the most important porcelain artists of the 20th century. From 1939 to 1961, she designed numerous figurines for Rosenthal based on famous dancers and actresses of her time. Her works are characterized by exceptional elegance, dynamism, and the highest level of modeling precision, and are among the most sought-after art figurines in the Rosenthal Art Department today.
This figurine depicts the actress and dancer Marianne Simson (1920–1992) in elegant pointe work. Marianne Simson received her dance training from the renowned ballet master Victor Gsovsky, danced at the Berlin State Opera, and later became known for numerous film roles. She was one of the prominent artistic figures of the 1940s and a popular model for artistic representations.
The design dates from 1941 and bears the original model number 1737. The figure is documented in the standard work "Rosenthal Art and Decorative Porcelain 1897–1945" by Emmy Niecol and is considered one of the most important dance sculptures from the Rosenthal Art Department.
Details
Manufacturer: Rosenthal Art Department, Selb
Design: Lore Friedrich-Gronau
Model: Marianne Simson
Model Number: 1737
Year Designed: 1941
Production: Probably late 1940s to mid-1950s
Material: Hand-painted porcelain
Height: 34 cm
Original Rosenthal base mark
Incised signature of the artist present
Condition:
The figure is in very good collector's condition with no discernible signs of wear. The painting is impressive due to its exceptional color vibrancy and outstanding luster. Please also assess the condition using the high-resolution photos, as these are part of the item description.
The figure is in very good collector's condition without any visible signs of wear. Legal / Private Sale
This is a private sale, excluding any statutory warranty for defects. Liability for damages due to injury to life, body, or health, as well as for intentional or grossly negligent breach of duty, remains unaffected. No warranty, returns, or guarantees are offered. Brand names are used solely for the purpose of describing the offered item. Sales are conducted exclusively through the respective platform's sales system.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsMulti ColorMaterialPorcelainNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeSmallHeight34 cmWidth20 cm
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About this seller
Private sellerEching a. Ammersee, GermanyOn Whoppah since March 2024 • 7 sales