Frog figurine, green porcelain, by H. Orthwein, Poland, 1960s.
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This porcelain frog figurine, designed by Hanna Orthwein and produced by the Wałbrzych Porcelain Factory in the 1960s, exemplifies Polish modernism in miniature form. Measuring 10 cm in height, 7 cm in width, and 6.6 cm in depth, the piece is crafted from high-quality Wałbrzych porcelain finished with a glossy glaze. The surface reveals a subtle gradient: it transitions from an almost white base to a cool, pastel green along the back and sides. Hand-painted black lines and spots accentuate the anatomical features—most notably the legs, back, and head—rendered in a style characteristic of the Polish New Look. The form is geometric and compact at the base, dramatically tapering to a pointed snout, imparting a dynamic verticality. The construction is seamless, without visible joints or assembly marks. Condition: very good, original—no damage, discoloration, or signs of restoration.This small-scale object echoes the voice of 1960s Poland, when everyday sculpture acquired new meanings. Its restrained form and graphic decoration are hallmarks of postwar modernism, which, in Orthwein’s vision, sought to educate through the aesthetics of daily life. The frog embodies a spirit of experimentation: its soft, sculptural contours merge with abstracted natural motifs, while light reflected from the lustrous glaze recalls the avant-garde energy of the era. More than mere ornament, it narrates the Polish pursuit of modernity—captured in an object that
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Height10 cm
Length7 cm
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Length7 cm
Height10 cm
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