Richard Eckert Volkstedt Dresden Porcelain Figurine Chess Game Group 8366 Antiqu For Sale

Up for sale is an exceptionally rare, authentic pre-WWI German porcelain figural grouping produced by the prestigious Porzellanfabrik Richard Eckert & Co. AG in Volkstedt, Thuringia, Germany.This gorgeous Edwardian-era antique depicts an elegant colonial courtship scene of a gallant gentleman and lady deeply focused on a match over a checkered tabletop board. The gentleman is attired in an ornate, cream-colored floral coat, while the lady is dressed in a lavender bodice and a beautifully decorated yellow floral skirt. Both figures feature finely molded porcelain skin, expressive hand-painted features, and sit atop meticulously detailed Rococo scroll chairs heavily accented in gold gilt.Approximate Dimensions:

• Width: 6 1/4 inches (6 1/4" W)
• Height: 4 1/2 inches (4 1/2" T)
• Depth: 3 1/4 inches (3 1/4" D)

Markings & Authenticity:

• Factory Stamp: Features the authentic, crisp pre-WWI underglaze blue sunburst/asterisk monogram trademark belonging to Richard Eckert & Co. (dates between 1894–1918).
• Model Numbers: Incised mold number "8366" and size variant code "27" cleanly legible on the unglazed biscuit porcelain base.
• Artisan Code: Hand-painted overglaze gold/brown painter's number "51." used to catalog the original decorator.

Condition Report:This figural group is in pristine antique condition with the following specific note:

• The Chessboard: The fragile miniature standalone porcelain chess pieces are present on their squares, with the exception of one piece in the center of the board that has broken off/is missing.
• Figures & Structure: Aside from the single missing game piece, the item is entirely flawless. All delicate extended fingers, hands, limbs, hairstyles, and the tablecloth base are 100% intact with no cracks, chips, or professional restorations.
• Paint & Gilding: The gold leaf details and vibrant overglaze enamel colors show gorgeous original luster with virtually zero vintage wear.