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18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurine 'Pair of Lovers' 'Liebespaar' circa 1745

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18th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurine 'Pair of Lovers' 'Liebespaar' circa 1745 Sitting lovers, designed by Johann Joachim Kaendler, above a base covered with plastic flowers and leaves, shepherd couple sitting on a tree stump, kissing and embracing each other, she dressed in white dress with splendid flower patterned cloth and he with black/brown knee breeches, white shirt and sea green jacket, polychrome painted and ornamental gilding.
  • Creator:
    Johann Joachim Kaendler (Designer),Meissen Porcelain (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1740-1749
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1745
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition, her outstretched leg may have been professionally repaired, also small firing crack under the base (not visible when standing upright).
  • Seller Location:
    Basildon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 50281stDibs: LU8971236547312

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