Overview
A magnificent example of Hungarian luxury porcelain, this large-scale rooster features the world-famous 'fishnet' hand-painted pattern.
Preliminary identification
Herend Porcelain Large Rooster Figurine in Teal Fishnet
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Story
In 1858, a Herend painter was inspired by the scales on a Chinese plate and began doodling a similar pattern on a porcelain bird's breast; this 'fishnet' design soon became the company's most coveted signature.
Maker / Origin
Founded in 1826 in a small Hungarian village, Herend rose to international fame after winning a gold medal at the 1851 Great Exhibition in London, where Queen Victoria herself ordered a massive set.
Condition & Value
The glaze appears lustrous and the hand-painting remains crisp and vibrant. No obvious chips are visible on the fragile comb or tail feathers in the photo, which is excellent for a piece of this size. Any professional repairs or hairline cracks hidden at the base would reduce the value by 40-50%.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
SOLD
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
SOLD
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
SOLD
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
SOLD
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375
SOLD