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Pair of decorative porcelain figures — reclining man on bench & standing lady (one marked Capodimonte)

Pair of hand-painted porcelain figures (reclining man & standing lady), one piece marked Capodimonte. Good decorative detail but fair condition with gilt loss, paint wear, base chips and surface soiling. Sold together.

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Pair of decorative porcelain figures: a reclining bearded man on a rustic bench and an elegantly dressed standing lady. Both pieces are hand-painted in soft pastels with gilt highlights; the underside shows a black circular stamp and painted/handwritten numbers and a small green workshop mark — seller notes one piece as Capodimonte. The pair presents a lively, collectible pair of table-top figures with good sculptural detail in clothing, faces and the textured base work.

These figures suit collectors of decorative porcelain, vintage display for a mantel, cabinet or boutique interior, and decorators seeking period-style accents. They will appeal to buyers who appreciate hand-finished decorative ceramics and makers’ marks; note the pair is offered together and displays visible age and use, so best for display or careful restoration rather than museum-grade presentation.

– Included: two porcelain figures (reclining man on bench and standing lady with basket).
– Condition: used — fair. Surface dirt, gilt loss and paint wear evident; multiple small chips to base rim and foot pads; some black specks and staining.
– Measurements: reclining figure approx H23 cm; standing lady approx H28 cm (heights provided by warehouse).
– Working status: N/A (not an electrical item).
– Maker mark/proof: underside stamp present (black circular stamp showing crown/N motif and painted numbers); seller states one piece is Capodimonte — partial mark only, not independently authenticated.
– Known faults: gilt loss, paint wear, small chips to base edges and foot pads, surface staining and dirt; possible past touch-ups/repairs not fully documented.