Antique porcelain figurine "Flamingo," Rosenthal, 1950s.

Excellent condition.

This exquisite miniature is a well-known work by the German sculptor Fritz Heidenreich, who specialized in animal figurines.

Dating: This type of mark, with a single dot or dash under the inscription "GERMANY," was frequently used in the mid-20th century, with examples dating back to 1956.

Model: Frequently listed in Rosenthal catalogs as #1521.

Date: The original design was developed in 1934. The piece pictured, judging by similar lots, may date to the 1950s.

Dimensions: The figurine stands approximately 12–14 cm tall.

Features: The figurine is crafted from fine porcelain with detailed hand-painted underglaze. The base bears the artist's signature ("F. Heidenreich" or "F.H." for short) and the Rosenthal manufactory mark.