{"product_id":"ewer-19th-century-austrian-art-nouveau-porcelain-woman-s-portrait-motif-signed","title":"Ewer 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Porcelain Woman’s Portrait Motif Signed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n A beautifully preserved example of Austrian Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) porcelain artistry, this elegant two-handled vase was produced by the Robert Hanke Porcelain Factory in Ladowitz, Bohemia, around 1900-1910.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n The vase features a transfer-decorated and hand-finished portrait of a young woman surrounded by roses — a motif symbolizing beauty, love, and renewal. The decoration is framed by soft golden scrollwork and stylized floral accents.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Its surface displays a rich red-to-amber gradient glaze, characteristic of Robert Hanke's signature luster finishes. The graceful amphora form, with twin loop handles and a narrow neck, embodies the flowing organic lines of the Art Nouveau movement.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Marks\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Base marked: \"RH \/ Austria\"\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n This mark identifies the Robert Hanke Porcelain Factory, Ladowitz, Bohemia (Austria-Hungary).\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Used circa 1890-1914.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Dimensions\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Condition\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Excellent antique condition.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Minor age-appropriate wear to surface decoration and glaze.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n No cracks, chips, or repairs observed.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n The portrait remains clear and vibrant, with strong color and fine detail.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n (Please examine all photos carefully, as they form part of the item description.)\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Historical Note\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n The Robert Hanke Factory (RH Austria) was established in 1882 in Ladowitz, Bohemia, a region then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Known for its high-quality art porcelains and innovative glazes, Hanke's work paralleled that of Amphora and Ernst Wahliss, often featuring romantic portraiture and stylized natural forms.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Pieces like this vase reflect the Vienna Secession influence — blending romantic subject matter with the sinuous, organic elegance that defined turn-of-the-century European design.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Today, RH Austria vases are prized by collectors for their graceful forms, luminous glazes, and period charm, often found in private and museum collections of Art Nouveau ceramics.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Rh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52463894659204,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5257\/7156\/files\/10_23d0cb40-e669-44e1-8615-28d808351954.jpg?v=1783232807","url":"https:\/\/antiquespirit.online\/products\/ewer-19th-century-austrian-art-nouveau-porcelain-woman-s-portrait-motif-signed","provider":"Antique Spirit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}