Lot #51: Casades 'Pensive Clown' Porcelain Figurine

Casades 'Pensive Clown' Porcelain Figurine Add a touch of classic mid-century European elegance to your home decor with this beautifully preserved porcelain masterpiece. Crafted by Casades S.A. in Valencia, Spain, this hand-painted, glossy glazed figurine effortlessly captures a nostalgic circus theme, making it a perfect statement piece for bookshelves, curio cabinets, or mantle displays. Item Overview Design: A melancholic, pensive circus clown holding a miniature accordion (concertina) while gently resting a gloved finger on his chin. Details: Beautifully dressed in a signature long beige vest with blue-button accents over a blue polka-dotted shirt. Dimensions: Stands at an impressive 11 inches (28 cm) tall. Estimated Era: Circa 1970s – 1980s. The Maker's Mark: Logo Significance The underside of this piece features the definitive, crisp Casades S.A. emblem. For collectors, the distinct, stylized "A" prominently integrated into the center of the "CASADES" name holds significant heritage value:The Kiln Symbol: The unique "A" shape mimics the architectural design of a traditional Spanish high-heat ceramic kiln. A Nod to Artistry: It symbolizes the intense firing process required to achieve the flawless, glass-like enameled glaze finish characteristic of premium Spanish porcelain Key Details About This Mark The Slogan: The text "THE OTHER PORCELAIN" was a clever marketing slogan used by Casades. It was a direct, playful nod to Lladró, the world-famous dominant luxury porcelain brand also based in the Valencia region of Spain. The Logo: The stylized letter "A" in the center mimics a kiln or a traditional Spanish architectural structure. Production Period: This specific style of backstamp was primarily stamped on their glazed figurines manufactured during the 1970s and 1980s.The stamp is clear, centered, and lacks any slash marks or grind lines (which manufacturers sometimes used to indicate "seconds" or defective items). This confirms this clown figurine is a standard, first-quality production piece. Collector-Grade Condition Report Flawless Display Quality: 100% Mint/First-Quality condition. There are zero chips, hairline fractures, cracks, glaze flakes, or previous restorations. Extremely fragile focal areas—including the extended index finger, the brim of the hat, and the fine edges of the accordion—remain completely crisp and undamaged. Authentic Backstamp: The underside features a perfectly clean, unblemished, stamped official manufacturer logo mark: "The Other Porcelain - Casades S.A. - Made in Spain." Pickup at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue Dimensions: 5x11" Pickup category timeslot {A}