German production Volkstedt from 1930, depicting two cherub musicians

Putti Musicanti Polychrome Porcelain Volkstadt 1930. A group made of polychrome and gilded porcelain, depicting two putti musicians. In good condition, except for a small chip on the floral leaves at the base, as documented in the photo. German production by Volkstadt, with the mark on the back dating around 1930.

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