Josef Ahne Hand-Painted Porcelain Portrait Vase, Signed, 12 in, No. 3, Part II

Elevate your collection with this exceptional, large antique porcelain portrait vase. Featuring an exquisitely detailed, hand-painted profile portrait of a young Victorian beauty, this cabinet piece showcases the master artistry of renowned Bohemian painter Josef Ahne (1830–1909). Known globally for his breathtaking porcelain and glass portraiture, Ahne opened his prominent studio in 1860 and won numerous prestigious design awards in Vienna and Paris during the late 19th century.

This vase features a stunning, complementary portrait designed to face inward toward its companion piece, creating a perfect mirrored aesthetic. The subject is depicted with remarkable realism, adorned with a delicate lace veil and a vibrant crown of pink roses and golden field flowers in her copper hair. The vase features a smooth matte cream ground, framed by elegant fired-gold gilt banding along both the upper rim and the stepped pedestal base. The central floral motif is hand-executed and beautifully signed by the artist.

🏛️ Rare Acquisition Opportunity: The Complete Matching Set

This exceptional vase is Part II of an originally intended, mirrored pair hand-painted by the renowned master artist Josef Ahne. Finding a single piece of this size and quality is a collector's milestone, but finding an intact, complementary pair is exceedingly rare. Both vases in this set are individually numbered "3" on the bottom, denoting their place within the sequence of the artist's sets.

• The Matching Listing: The sister vase (Part I) features a stunning portrait facing the opposite direction, also numbered "3" on the bottom, designed to flank a mantelpiece, sideboard, or display cabinet perfectly.
• Pair Discount: Purchase both pieces together and save 10% — discount is applied automatically at checkout. No code needed.

Technical Specifications & Measurements

• Artist: Josef Ahne (Bohemian, 1830–1909)
• Item Type: Antique Portrait Vase / Cabinet Vase
• Material: Fine Porcelain
• Decoration: 100% Hand-Painted Polychrome Enamels with Raised Gilt Accents
• Height: 12 inches (approx. 30.48 cm)
• Top Rim Diameter: 3.75 inches (approx. 9.53 cm)
• Base Diameter: 3.75 inches (approx. 9.53 cm)
• Weight: 2.1 lbs (approx. 0.95 kg)
• Signatures/Marks: Signed by Josef Ahne. Hand-numbered "3" on the underside of the base.

Condition Report

• Overall Condition: Excellent antique condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines, or structural repairs.
• Paint Surface: Enamels remain incredibly vibrant with minimal surface wear.
• Gilding: Minor, age-appropriate thinning to the gold gilt paint along the top rim and foot rim, consistent with age and gentle handling.