Herend Madonna & Child Figurine - Limited Edition

Herend has a long - standing reputation for crafting the world's finest hand - painted porcelain. Its famous fishnet pattern, very popular in the US, started in 1858 when an artist painted a fish - scale design from a Chinese plate on a rooster figurine's breast to mimic feathers. All Herend figurines are handmade in Hungary. The Herend Madonna & Child figurine is inspired by a 1420 Gothic wooden statue, the Second Madonna of Toporc, in the Hungarian National Gallery. In 1940, artist Kata Gacser reimagined it for the manufactory. In 2009, it got a forget - me - not mantle. According to medieval legend, the Myosotis pattern (botanical Latin for forget - me - not) paired with this figurine has symbolic meaning. It's said that the Christ child made forget - me - nots appear to show Mary's eye beauty. Three painters spend a total of 48 hours creating each piece. This figurine measures 5'W X 22'H, is handmade of porcelain, hand - painted in Hungary, and is part of a numbered limited edition of 250.

This beautiful Herend Madonna & Child figurine is mainly for display purposes. You can place it in your living room, on a mantel, or in a showcase to add a touch of elegance. When handling the figurine, be gentle as it's made of porcelain and can break easily. Avoid touching the painted parts with dirty hands to prevent staining. To clean it, use a soft, dry cloth to gently dust it off. Don't use any harsh chemicals or abrasive materials as they can damage the paint and the porcelain. Keep it away from direct sunlight for long periods as this may fade the colors over time. Also, store it in a safe place when not on display to avoid accidental knocks.