Rare figural porcelain vessel, modeled as a bear with finely detailed features. Although resembling an elaborate sauce boat today, such pieces were historically used as novelty vessels—serving as mustard pots, small pouring jugs, or decorative collectible items. The base bears an underglaze blue crossed swords mark. However, this is not a genuine Meissen mark. These marks were often used to make it appear as though the product was made in Meissen. Condition: Minor damage to the tip of the spoon and a repaired handle (see images).

artfour is an owner-managed trading company that sells Black Forest wood carvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are on display in a century-old barn in southern Germany, which we renovated ourselves. Antiques have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packaged and with a money back guarantee. This allows us to be your preferred partner for the Black Forest and ancient art.