Herend Fishnet Elephant and Lionel Blue Comet Train Set to Hit the Market

Herend’s famous fishnet porcelain first started as an experiment. By the 1830s, the Hungarian porcelain company was well-established as a trusted partner of the European royalty. The company soon counted Queen Victoria among its patrons. In 1858, an artist at Herend noticed a fish scale design on a Chinese plate and wondered if the pattern could also effectively represent feathers on a rooster figurine’s breast. While it was an imperfect match, the “fishnet” look quickly exploded in popularity, becoming one of Herend’s most iconic designs. A notable Herend signed fishnet elephant figurine is among the top lots of SJ Auctioneers’ upcoming autumn sale. Collectors of glass and porcelain can also consider a signed Steuben Aurene art glass vase and glasswork from Daum. 

A selection of vintage and antique toys also leads the listings. These items include a Lionel train set with four add-on cars and a Dinky Toys gift set of five colorful racing cars. The available Lionel set is a 384e Blue Comet inspired by the real-life Blue Comet passenger train operated between the New York metropolitan area and Atlantic City in the 1930s. The Dinky cars set includes a reproduction box and a helpful reference book. To view the complete auction catalog and place a bid, visit LiveAuctioneers.