Christian Gottfried Juechtzer Decorative Objects

Excellent large and rare Meissen figurine group from the 19th century: Apollo clothed with a cloak embraces Daphne from behind, who is fleeing from him and has already frozen into a ...

Excellent large and rare Meissen figurine group from the 19th century: The winged Zephyr, the gentle wind god, and Flora, goddess of vegetation and blossom, loosely wrapped in cloths...

Excellent large and rare Meissen figurine group from the 19th century: Apollo clothed with a cloak embraces Daphne from behind, who is fleeing from him and has already frozen into a ...

Very delicate Meissen porcelain group of the 19th century: The Roman goddess of love, Venus, is sitting on a bench and clipping the wings of Cupid, who is lying on his stomach on he...

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...

Excellent Large Meissen Figurine Group Manufactory: Meissen Germany Dating: made circa 1850 Hallmarked: Meissen blue crossed sword mark un...

Meissen figurine of very lovely appearance: Boy Riding on hobbyhorse Model E 94 Measures: height 6.10 inches (15.5 cm) diameter of base 2.75 inches (7.0 cm) Manufactory: Meissen Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Sword Mark (glazed bottom) model number E 94 / painter's number 12 First quality  Dating: 19th century / made circa 1860-1870 Material: porcelain, glossy finish, multicolored painted Technique: handmade porcelain Style: Rococo Designer / modeller: Christian Gottfried Juechtzer (1752-1812), this model created circa 1774-1775. This figurine had been attributed to Acier even until nowadays, but recent investigations revealed the fact that most probably Juechtzer made the models: This modeller was leader of Meissen model department as from the year 1794. Juechtzer had become well-known caused by modelling figurines made of (white) bisque porcelain. Subject: It is a boy riding on hobbyhorse: The figurine wearing feathered hat as well as clad in elegant Rococo garments stands...

Meissen Tall Group of Stunning Figurines: The Captivation of Cupid MANUFACTORY: MEISSEN DATING: middle of 19th century / made circa 1860 - 70 MATERIAL: WHITE PORC...