Authentic 1770s Original – Impressed Rautenwappen Only – No Modern Marks – 14. The Object: A Survivor from the 1770-80s. You are viewing an object of extraordinary rarity and scale: a true, authentic 18th-Century Nymphenburg Parrot on a Tree Trunk, produced circa. This is not a later re-issue; it is a period original from the golden era of European porcelain. Unlike smaller cabinet pieces, this figure possesses a life-sized presence, designed to hold its own in the grandest salons of the Bavarian court. The Provenance: The Mark of Authenticity. For the serious investor and connoisseur, the underside of this piece tells the most important story. It bears the distinct hallmarks of early Nymphenburg production, devoid of 19th and 20th-century additions. The Mark: It features only the impressed Rautenwappen (Bavarian Diamond Shield). The Purity: It is entirely free of later green or blue stamped “Nymphenburg” shields, and lacks the impressed stars, crowns, or date codes e. “54” found on modern re-issues. The Model: Clearly incised with “180”, confirming it as Auliczek’s original design from the mid-18th century. These specific characteristics distinguish this 18th century original from the high-quality reproductions made centuries later by Nymphenburg. The Artistry: Auliczek’s Naturalism. Dominikus Auliczek was a master of observation, and this parrot is his symphony in Blanc de Chine. Without the distraction of color, the viewer is forced to admire the sheer technical prowess of the modeling. The Plumage: The sculpting is crisp and deep. Every feather is articulated with a precision that catches the light, creating a velvet-like texture from hard-paste porcelain. The Attitude: The parrot turns its head with an inquisitive, almost human intelligence. Perched upon a gnarled, naturalistic trunk, the composition is balanced yet dynamic. The Scale: At 14 inches high, the piece dominates the space. It is not just a figurine; it is sculpture. This piece is in VGC Antique Condition, a miracle for a ceramic object of this age and size. The glaze remains thick, creamy, and lustrous, pooling beautifully in the recesses to accentuate the form. Damaged/base restored as pictured. Maker: Nymphenburg (Munich, Bavaria). Period: 18th Century c. 14″ Height x 7″ Diameter (Base). This is a rare opportunity to acquire a verified 18th-century Nymphenburg masterpiece. It is an acquisition for the finest collections of European ceramics.