By Meissen Porcelain, Christian Gottfried Juechtzer
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent large Meissen Figurine Group
Manufactory: Meissen Germany
Dating: made circa 1850
Hallmarked: Meissen blue crossed sword mark underglaze / first quality
Model: I 11 - created 1786 / painter's number 9
Material: multicolored porcelain, glossy finish
Technique: handmade and painted porcelain
Style: Classical Greek
Modeller:
Christian Gottfried Juechtzer (1752-1812) was a famous sculptor and modeler of the Meissen manufactory, born in Meissen as the son of a porcelain painter. From 1769 he worked in the factory, initially as an apprentice and student of Kaendler. Juechtzer succeeded M. V. Acier in 1781, and in mid-1790 he was given supervision of the work. In 1794 he became a master modeller. Juechtzer specialized in the design of bisque porcelain.
The model I 11 was created in 1786.
Specifications:
Hero stands elevated on a pedestal, only clad with a large green cloth that is tied around her waist and covers her legs. With her right hand she holds a burning oil lamp over her head. With her left hand she reaches for Leander, who climbs onto the platform to hug her. He is also just clad with a cloth around his waist. The group is based on a square base with gold decoration.
Hero und Leander are two characters from Greek mythology. They are among the most famous lovers...
Category
1850s German Classical Greek Antique Christian Gottfried Juechtzer