When: Auction of Meissen and KPM porcelain pieces at Auctionata Berlin on August 17.What: A range of collectible and valuable items such as rare porcelain plates, richly-decorated candlesticks, and beautiful figures by famous porcelain manufacturers KPM and Meissen will be offered at this auction. Highlights include:- A KPM two-piece screwed vase featuring a portrait of Frederick II ("Old Fritz") from circa 1800, painted later in the 19th century. It is made of porcelain with white glaze, polychrome paint, and gold highlights, and has a gold-framed shield. (Starting price: €7,500; Auctionata estimate: €15,000)- "Rare Female Dancer," a Johann Christian Hirt model made of porcelain, polychrome, and gold paint by Meissen in the late 19th century. (Starting price: €5,000; Auctionata estimate: €10,000)Click on the slideshow for a sneak peek of the auction. Read more