Reserve Collection September 2016
Herend porcelain’s exclusive Reserve Collection presents spectacular hand painted porcelain sculptures with a powerful presence. These statement pieces truly command center stage. Each is a very special work created for Herend connoisseurs and art aficionados with an eye for extraordinary compositions in porcelain. Adorned with 24-karat gold accents, most are limited editions that are meticulously crafted by many pairs of hands and take many hours, day and weeks to paint. Prepare to sense the passion of great sculptors, master painters and visionary designers imbued in every Reserve Collection piece they lovingly craft. Each is elegantly presented in a luxury case.
Carnival Woman and Man with Mask
After experiencing a Venetian Carnival firsthand, Imre Schrammel was inspired to create the Carnival Figurine series. The 16” tall “Carnival Woman with Mask” is in celebration of the 160th anniversary of the Queen Victoria pattern.
Limited Edition of 100
Stemming from the same time period, Imre Schrammel created the “Carnival Man with Mask”, which stands an impressive 15.75” tall.
Limited Edition of 100
Peacock
Beautifully hand painted and embellished with 24K gold accents, the proud Peacock stands 9.25� H.
Limited Edition of 250
Tesserae Tortoise
Taking its name from small pieces of stone, glass or ceramic used in mosaics, thirty eight different Herend patterns create a mosaic-like composition on the tortoise’s shell. The 3” tall Tesserae Tortoise stretches to 8.75” long.
Limited Edition of 250
Flamingo Duet
A new symphony of fishnet colors in light orange, raspberry and rust makes a world-wide debut on the stunning Flamingo Duet figurine, which stands at an impressive 11� tall.
Limited Edition of 250
From his dramatic facial discs down to his mottled feather pattern, Watchful Owl stands proud and tall at 12�.
Watchful Owl
Limited Edition of 250
The Rothschild Birds
For the first time, the Rothschild Bird pattern has been rendered in sculptural form. Offering a stylized depiction of the birds, this lovely 6.5� tall figurine brings to life the story including the tree that anchors all 12 Rothschild Bird motifs. Limited Edition of 250
Rooster
At 16� tall, the Rooster figurine proudly shows off a harmonious medley of fishnet colors, composed in concert to create a synchronized fishnet symphony.
Limited Edition of 250
CanadianDucks
Two impressive painting techniques are combined to create this striking figurine: symphonic fishnet coupled with faux bois. Measures 9.5� in length and 7.75� in height.
Limited Edition of 250
Elk
The fishnet Elk figurine was originally introduced in natural coloration in 1957, and designed by sculptor Janos Toth. It measures 11.5� long and stands11.5� tall.
Geisha
Sitting 8.5� high, the Geisha is dressed in a kimono decorated in the ornate Empereur pattern which features lotus blossoms among other flower motifs.
Limited Edition of 250
Silk Road Elephant
A replica of an antique figurine depicting an elephant carrying goods along the historical Silk Road, the 9.5” tall and 10” wide Silk Road Elephant figurine was reissued from the Herend archives to commemorate the Manufactory’s 180th anniversary.
Limited Edition of 180
Tropical Reef
This symphonic fishnet school of fish stands an impressive 13.5� tall and consists of 40 different components meticulously crafted and married to form a sculptural masterpiece.
Limited Edition of 100
Madonna and Child
Herend’s Madonna & Child is based on a Gothic wooden statue from (circa) 1420 called the Second Madonna of Toporc which is housed in the Hungarian National Gallery. The 22� tall porcelain version made its debut in 1940 when artist Kata Gacser reinterpreted the image for the Manufactory. Limited Edition of 250
Laughing Buddha
Painted in the Jiangxi pattern, this 14� tall figurine symbolizes happiness and generosity and serves as a talisman of good luck.
Limited Edition of 250
Buddha
The Buddha measures 8.6� tall and is modeled after a smaller version that was sculpted in 1937 by Kata Gacser.
Limited Edition of 250
Carps at Dragon’ s Gate
Inspired by Chinese mythology, the 7.5” long and 7.25” tall Carps at Dragon’s Gate figurine depicts the belief that any carp that can surmount the raging torrents at Dragon’s Gate in the Shanxi Province of China will soar into the sky and transform itself into a dragon, believed to be the most powerful and divine of all creatures. Limited Edition of 250
Chinese Zodiac Dragon
Herend’s mythical dragon is 11.5” long and 4.5” wide and hand painted in the Chrysanteme Orange pattern,
Limited Edition of 300
Lion on Pedestal
Herend’s artists present their own unique interpretation of a feline gatekeeeper resting on a dramatic pedestal with a recurring motif. Highlighted in 24K gold the Lion on Pedestal stands guard at 13� tall. Limited Edition of 250
Large Giraffe
Standing an impressive 15.5� tall, the Large Giraffe features a modified fishnet painting technique intended to mimic the animal print that graces a giraffe.
Limited Edition of 250
Parrot Standing
Standing 10� tall and proudly showing off his colorful feathers, this Parrot is painted in the symphonic fishnet style.
Limited Edition of 250
The Rainbow-Billed Toucan is perched at a stately 6.75” H. and exhibits a rainbow of Herend’s fishnet colors.
Toucan
Limited Edition of 250
Twirl Rooster
The twirling kaleidoscope treatment makes its debut on the boastful rooster and hen. The Twirl Rooster measures 6.25� in length and stands 9.25� tall.
Limited Edition of 100
Swirl Hen
Accompanying Twirl Rooster is Swirl Hen, which measures 5� in length and stands 7.25� tall.
Limited Edition of 100
Giant Clam
The Herend Manufactory has immortalized the world’s largest bivalve mollusk with this 8” long and 10.25” wide Giant Clam, with pearlized interior.
Limited Edition of 250
Mermaid on Shell
Holding a 24K gold tulip shell while perched on a giant clam shell with its pearlized core exposed, Herend ’s Mermaid on Shell figurine measure 9” long and 10” tall.
Limited Edition of 250
Minotaur
Among Herend’s Carnival series by Imre Schrammel is the 13.5� tall Minotaur figurine, a Cretan monster that is embedded deep in European culture.
Limited Edition of 100
Sphinx
Measuring 11.5” long and 6.5” tall, the Sphinx is dressed in a breathtakingly intricate design called Tattoo. Because tattooing was practiced by the ancient Egyptians 4000 years ago, the design was a natural choice for Herend’s Sphinx.
Limited Edition of 250
Alligator
Green fishnet is offset by layers of alternating colors which dramatically highlight the armored back of this 16� long alligator.
Limited Edition of 250
Horse Bust
Quiet dignity, abundant grace and unbridled spirit are adroitly captured in Herend’s porcelain portrayal of one of society’s best-loved animals. This magnificent thoroughbred bust measures 11.5” long and 11” tall. Limited Edition of 250
Rothschild Bird Covered Urn
With this introduction we celebrate Rothschild Bird and all of its many moods with a 14.4� tall covered urn featuring all 12 motifs as well as all of the border colors that have been presented over the years. The urn is inscribed with a special commemorative anniversary logo. Limited Edition of 150
Tulip Vase
Originally manufactured by the Alt Wein Porcelain Manufactory, the 18.25� tall Tulip Vase was replicated by Herend in the early 1900s and then reintroduced to great success in yellow coloration in 2008.
Limited Edition of 25
Phoenix
The mastery of Herend’s artists is fully realized in this depiction of the Phoenix at the moment of death and rebirth. This figurine is 5.75” long and 7.25” high. Limited Edition of 150
Ming Dynasty Dragon
Inspired by the Ming Dynasty and its signature blue and white color scheme, this striking piece withstands time at 11.5� long and 4.5� high. Limited Edition of 100
Foo Dogs
This 6� tall duo, normally serving as guardians against evil spirits, must be resigned to the fact that their more noble function will take a back seat to the lure of aesthetics found in the striking combination of their sapphire color offset by 24K gold. Limited Edition of 100
Pair of Peacocks
Created by sculptor Eva Vastagh in 1937, this figurine wonderfully captures the determined energy of two peacocks engaged in a mock dual to win the favor of a peahen. 8.5� long and 5.25� high. Limited Edition of 75
Lioness and Cub
Reflecting a snapshot of every day life in a pride of lions, this mother and baby are honored to model a new mosaic fishnet color combination of gold, terracotta and chocolate. 10.25� long x 4� high. Limited Edition of 150
Weather Vane
A north wind blows in Herend today and the weather vane, standing 13.5� tall, proudly shows off his unique copper fishnet and sapphire blue tail feathers.
Limited Edition of 100
Bluebird on Sunflower
On a beautiful summer’s day, a striking new fishnet color, black sapphire, makes its debut on the bluebird. The figurine is 4.75” long and 8.5” tall.
Limited Edition of 100
Bison
North America’s largest land mammal was more hulking than handsome – until Herend’s artists covered him in a mantle of gold accents and dramatic chocolate fishnet. The bison is 10.75” long and 7.75” tall.
Limited Edition of 250
Large Longhorn
Groomed by Mother Nature but enhanced by Herend, the hardy longhorn and its characteristic features are beautifully captured in this figurine which stands 14� long and 7.5� tall.
Limited Edition of 150
Pineapple
Standing 8.5� tall, dramatic 24K gold leaves and alternating panels of key lime and butterscotch fishnet adorn Herend’s pineapple
Limited Edition of 150
Parrots
Each parrot is a unique figurine and comes in its own luxury case. They are sold together as a set with the parrot looking down 6” long and 5.75” tall and the parrot looking straight 5.5” long and 6.5” tall. Limited Edition of 50
Rose Vase
The Rose vase captures a rose garden at the height of the season. The vase is 9.5� long and 9.25� tall.
Limited Edition of 100
Blossoming Tortoise
Beautifully applied and painted details on the 8.75� long Blossoming Tortoise figurine would make any turtle come out of his shell.
Limited Edition of 225
Kaleidoscope Tortoise
Bound to win any race with its vividly painted shell, the artists at Herend have slowly and meticulously hand painted a unique kaleidoscope treatment on the shell of the 8.75� long tortoise
Limited Edition of 100
Conch Shell with Crab
His eyes speak of his uncertainty at being spotted but his ego has clearly won out because this little crab knows he looks good! The pearlized core of the shell adds a beautiful finish to the piece, vibrantly layered in blue and deep sea green fishnet.
Limited Edition of 150
Spotted Sandpiper on Driftwood
In the hands of Herend’s artists, the spotted sandpiper makes his deput in dramatic fashion from his striking coloration to the swirls of texture on the driftwood to the natural painting on the shells so detailed they appear plucked from nature.
Limited Edition of 200
Pair of Macaws
An exotic medley of fishnet colors pulling from the full spectrum of the rainbow, yellow, key lime and all shades of blue converge to create a tropical tableau. The pair is perched at 4.25� long and 10.25� tall. Limited Edition of 150
Imperial Foo Dogs
The 6� tall Foo Dogs are dressed in the dramatic Chinoiserie pattern called Macao. The saturated tones are achieved through the difficult process of painting with enamel colors, which require more layers than normal to create the rich pigmentation. Limited Edition of 250
Ram Bust
Terra cotta, brown and gold fishnet colors woven in an intricate pattern by the talented artists at Herend complement the dramatic gold horns which dominate the impressive piece. The bust is 7.75� tall. Limited Edition of 150
Blue Jay
The artists at Herend have embellished the beautifully painted, 6� high, Blue Jay with vibrant shades of blue and 24K gold accents.
Limited Edition of 250
Carnival Woman with Hat
Part of the carnival series done by world renown ceramic artist Imre Schrammel, the Carnival Woman with Hat is draped in bouquets of flowers reminiscent of those plucked from a country garden. She stands 15.25� tall. Limited Edition of 100
Pond Life
On a sunny afternoon, a dragonfly rests on a rock and a duck takes a lazy dip while below the surface, the secret, bubbling life of a pond is revealed.
Limited Edition of 150
Lying Wolf
A full moon and a crisp winter landscape seem to be reflected back in the dramatic black, platinum and gray fishnet tones of this member of the Reserve Collection. On a long wintry night when stories are often told, the wolf’s proud stance and the intense depth of his eyes seem to speak to conquests of old and victories yet to come. The wolf is 7.75” long and 4.25” tall. Limited Edition of 175
Dolphin
The artists at Herend have once again developed a new painting technique, this time taking inspiration from the world of watercolors with its inherent diffused lines and various shades of transparency, thereby creating the deliberate effect that we are seeing this fast moving object across a watery expanse. The dolphin is 11.5� long. Limited Edition of 150
Snowy Owl
From the owl’s catlike yellow eyes to its defining salt-and-pepper pattern created through alternating layers of gray and platinum fishnet, the 9.25� tall Snowy Owl is a stunning member of the Reserve Collection. Limited Edition of 200
Fox & Hound
The deep, saturated tones of the tree trunk and the vibrant fishnet colors of the fox and the hound create a striking new addition to the Reserve Collection. The figurine is 5.75� long and 7.5� tall. Limited Edition of 150
Birds Nest
Bird watchers should rejoice in seeing this recently discovered species which originated in Hungary but is starting to be spotted by birders all over North America. With dramatic plumage in raspberry, various shades of orange and 24K gold, sightings are starting to come in from east to west coast as this new 3.25� long by 6.5� tall species clearly establishes itself in a new location. Limited Edition of 200
Tree Frogs on Leaf
Some species of tree frogs use a technique called startle coloration to protect themselves from predators. In the case of Herend’s tree frogs, the artists may have inadvertently compromised the full effect of startle coloration by painting the frogs in such a captivating way that rather than being stunned, the primary response is apt to be admiration. The tree frogs on leaf measure 9.25” long and 3.75” tall. Limited Edition of 250
Lioness on Watch
From the tan body to the gold fishnet, this 9.5� long and 3.75� tall figurine embodies so much warmth one can almost feel the heat of the African sun radiating back.
Limited Edition of 150
Woodpecker on Tree
Measuring 2.5� long and 6.75� tall, the woodpecker provides a vibrant contrast to the surrounding arboreal colors with rust and gray fishnet on his head and body offset by dramatic 24K gold highlights on his wings and tail feathers. Limited Edition of 150
Safari Animals
Balancing at 12.75� high, orange chrysanthemum, natural and fishnet patterns adorn the impressive Safari Animals figurine.
Limited Edition of 150
Brocade Plateau
Almost as if silk ribbons have been spun together on a weaver’s loom, 35 different Herend patterns spanning the history of the manufactory rise up from a porcelain surface. A master painter has devoted 38 hours lacing together the vast Herend catalog onto the18” long and 12” wide hand crafted tray with handles. Limited Edition of 25
Lionfish
A masterpiece in its execution, from the illusion of transparency achieved on his fins to the dramatic pattern on his body, Herend’s artists used new painting styles as wild and exotic as the fish they so meticulously captured. The lionfish measures 6.75” long and 4.5” tall.
Limited Edition of 250
Polar Bear
Platinum and gray fishnet evoke the icy tundra of the arctic and yet the intensity of the eyes and the skillfully sculpted muscle tone add a warm counterpoint to this stunning 16� long Polar Bear figurine,
Limited Edition of 100
Musicians of Bremen
A bronze “Musicians of Bremen” statue in Bremen, Germany is thought to grant wishes to those that touch the sculpture. The artists at Herend were inspired to create their own all-metallic fishnet version of the famous quartet from Grimm’s Fairy Tales. Limited Edition of 175
Medieval Dragon
From the writhing serpentlike pattern to the crown of fire and horns of lightning, the heat and drama of this Medieval Dragon seem to radiate off of the figurine, standing 13.25� H.
Limited Edition of 100
Pair of Finches
Sporting a fishnet combination of various shades of oranges and grays with pops of gold, the female finch now rivals the spring buds for the prettiest flower on the tree. Of course, not wanting to reduce his ability to win over the ladies, the male finch’s Herend-style transformation pops ofofpinks Limited Edition 175 and oranges. The pair measures 7” long by 6.5” tall. keeps his normal red coloring but the artists have added exuberant
Standing Ram
After years of urban legends that spoke of an unusual bighorn sheep with a painted coat unlike anything seen before, this nimble mountaindweller has finally left his high-altitude summer home and come down closer to sea-level where sightings of his striking colors have finally put the skeptics in their place. Ready to dominate, he stands 7.75� long and 6.25� tall. Limited Edition of 150
Giraffe
When two famous patterns meet, magic happens! On the one hand you have Mother Nature taking her paintbrush to create an intricate composition uniquely tailored to the animal in question. On the other hand you have an artist at Herend who in 1874 picked up his tools to try to mimic a Chinese plate’s fish scale design and the illustrious fishnet pattern was born. The Giraffe measure 4.5” long and 5” tall. Limited Edition of 100
Small Tiger
When two famous patterns meet, magic happens! On the one hand you have Mother Nature taking her paintbrush to create an intricate composition uniquely tailored to the animal in question. On the other hand you have an artist at Herend who in 1874 picked up his tools to try to mimic a Chinese plate’s fish scale design and the illustrious fishnet pattern was born. The Small Tiger measure 5” long and 2.5” tall. Limited Edition of 100
Zebra
When two famous patterns meet, magic happens! On the one hand you have Mother Nature taking her paintbrush to create an intricate composition uniquely tailored to the animal in question. On the other hand you have an artist at Herend who in 1874 picked up his tools to try to mimic a Chinese plate’s fish scale design and the illustrious fishnet pattern was born. The Zebra measures 5” long and 4” tall. Limited Edition of 100
Landing Hawk
From the precise details of the sculpture to the deliberate and skillful painting, the artists at Herend have once again created a figurine that fully captures the essence of a member of the avian family. The figurine spans an impressive 15.75� wide by 8.5� tall.
Limited Edition of 150
RowdyRooster
At the hands of the talented artists at Herend, the prosaic ingredients of porcelain paste and water followed by powdery paint pigments and turpentine give rise to a tense figurine, all fluidity and motion and measuring 8� long by 10.5� tall. Limited Edition of 250
Brown Barred Owl
From the soulful eyes to the multiple variations on painting a single feather, this 3.25” long and 7.5” tall figurine reflects the full breadth of Herend’s creativity.
Limited Edition of 150
Gray Barred Owl
Yet another extension of Herend’s creativity is reflected in the 6.5” long by 6” tall Gray Barred Owl.
Limited Edition of 150
Queen Victoria Covered Urn
A springtime beckons on this exuberant homage to Queen Victoria with colorful butterflies darting among the dancing peonies. The urn is measures 14.4� tall.
Limited Edition of 200
Grizzly Bear & Baby
To properly reflect the complex coat of a grizzly bear, the artists at Herend have developed a new fishnet painting technique featuring dramatic drops of gold on top of swatches of undulating shades of brown and rust fishnet. Limited Edition of 150
Flamboyant Pheasant
From the saturated turquoise on his head to the rich, red tones on his chest and wings to the dramatic gold highlights throughout, this beautiful pheasant is sure to be visible regardless of the season. Limited Edition of 150