Figurine Ostrich, white porcelain, by H. Orthwein, Wytwórnia Porcelany w Wałbrzychu, Poland, 1950s
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This decorative porcelain ostrich figurine is an original design by Hanna Orthwein, produced by the Wałbrzych Porcelain Factory in the 1950s—a period of stylistic transformation when Polish design embraced the new language of modernity. The elongated, stylized form with its gracefully curved neck and compact body perched on a single leg reflects the abstracted, synthetic approach typical of the 'New Look' movement. The pure, glossy white porcelain serves as a canvas for expressive, hand-painted accents in vivid blue, yellow, red, and black, swirling dynamically to suggest feather texture. A subtle green motif on the base evokes grass, completing the composition. The surface is smooth and high-gloss, with seamless construction and no visible flaws. The piece is preserved in very good condition, showing no signs of wear or damage.This figurine carries the voice of 1950s Polish modernism: bold yet graceful, it fuses dynamic silhouette with painterly color expression. The form, captured as if mid-movement, channels the postwar optimism and openness of the 'thaw' era. Under the artist's hand, porcelain becomes a canvas, with vibrant brushstrokes animating the ostrich’s stylized shape, lending it sculptural presence and creative freedom. It is not an object confined to a museum display, but one that celebrates the lightness and joy of a new approach to design.The ostrich figurine can serve as a strong
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Height18 cm
Length8 cm
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Length8 cm
Height18 cm
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