Ashtray Toucan, black orange porcelain, Fürstenberg, Germany, early 20th century
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This glazed porcelain match holder with a stylized bird figure—most likely a toucan—was produced by the renowned Fürstenberg manufactory in Germany in the early 20th century. The piece exemplifies late Art Deco design, strongly influenced by Bauhaus geometry. The body, head, and tail of the bird are finished in a deep, glossy black, while the beak, base, and feet are painted in a vivid, saturated orange. The bird's eyes are white with a small red dot, adding an expressive, playful detail. The form is compact, with rounded and abstracted proportions, and the high-gloss finish highlights its smooth, seamless surface. This object serves both decorative and functional purposes: the bird figure acts as a handle, and the base features an integrated compartment for matches, complete with the original ceramic striker. The Fürstenberg signature confirms its authenticity. The item is preserved in very good condition, with no visible signs of wear and the ceramic striker intact.This porcelain piece echoes the spirit of the 1920s and 1930s, when geometry and ornamentation merged and everyday objects became canvases for artistic experimentation. The toucan’s bold, slightly exaggerated form speaks to an era when modernity was often paired with a whimsical sensibility. The interplay of lustrous glaze and vibrant color seems to capture the optimism of a period where even small objects were considered works of applied art.The match holder can be paired with other decorative porcelain
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Height7 cm
Length11 cm
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Length11 cm
Height7 cm
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