Rococo Sculptures
ROCOCO STYLE
Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.
The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.
When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.
The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.
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Style: Rococo
Creator: Michel Victor Acier
Rare Meissen Rococo Genre Group 'The Happy Parents', by M V Acier, Circa 1860
Located in Vienna, AT
Exceptional Meissen porcelain group of the 19th century:
Young mother in elaborate Rococo house dress: Ruched wide long skirt, bodice, fitted frilled coat with hood, the upswept hair covered by a high voluminous bonnet with ruched hem and bows, sitting on a splendid Louis XVI style bench and placing her right foot on a stool, beside her the happy spouse in frock coat, waistcoat over frilled shirt and knee breeches with white stockings, both embracing each other at the back and looking down at the baby wrapped in cloth and lying half naked on a cushion on both their laps, the father guiding his right hand to the mother's chin in an affectionate gesture. Behind them a little boy in a playsuit and hat, holding a bowl and blowing soap bubbles with a tube.
The group is based on an oval natural base with sculpted flowers and foliage and gold heightened lateral frieze decoration.
Particularly elaborate, detailed design and staffage.
Designed by MICHAEL VICTOR ACIER (1736 - 1799) Skilled as a sculptor in Paris, he received a call to the porcelain manufactory in Meissen in 1764, and was there, after Kändler's death in 1775, solely responsible for the artistic interests of the manufactory. He created a large number of groups in the Watteau style...
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Rococo Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Excellent Meissen Rococo Love Group 'The Test Of Love', by M.V. Acier, Ca 1860
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Rococo love group in splendid clothes in front of ornate column monument: the gallant sitting on the pedestal of the pedestal at the feet of his beloved, on his lap a basket full of flowers and a flower garland, a sign of his exuberant love, handing the beloved a bouquet of flowers, the latter plucking off the petals of a flower one after the other to find out whether he really loves her or not - a time-honored game of lovers.
The group is characterized by particularly elaborate, detailed and loving design and staffage and is based on oval meadow base with gold heightened lateral frieze decoration and gold borders.
A successful representation of one of the bourgeois themes that had become popular in the course of the 18th century, for example, through the paintings of Jean-Baptiste Greuze (1725 - 1805).
Designed by MICHAEL VICTOR ACIER (1736 - 1799)
Skilled as a sculptor in Paris, he received a call to the porcelain manufactory in Meissen in 1764, and was there, after Kaendler's death in 1775, solely responsible for the artistic interests of the
manufactory. He created a large number of groups in the Watteau style...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Rococo Sculptures
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Porcelain
Antique Meissen Porcelain Cherub Motto Figurine "Je decouvre tout" Model F13
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique porcelain Cupid figurine.
By Meissen.
Model no. F13 from the Cupid Motto Series.
Entitled "Je decouvre tout".
Originally de...
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Early 20th Century German Rococo Sculptures
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Porcelain
Meissen Figurines Cherubs with Swing Model G 32 by Acier Made circa 1920
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen gorgeous figurine group: Cherubs with Swing
The details are stunningly sculptured = finest modelling!
Design:
Michel Victor Acier (1736-1799) / model G 32 created 1780
...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Rococo Sculptures
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Meissen Gardener Couple Rococo Garments by Acier Model B 28 Made circa 1870
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen most lovely Gardener couple clad in Rococo garments.
Size:
Height 17.5 cm (= 6.88 inches)
Width of base 12.8 cm (= 5.03 inches)
Depth of base 10.0 cm (= 3.93 inches)
Manufactory: Meissen
Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Sword Mark (underglazed)
First quality
Model number B 28 / painter's number 31 / former's number 144
Dating: Made circa 1870 (Meissen Sword Mark with Pommels on Hilts)
Material: Porcelain, glossy finish, multicolored painted
Technique: Handmade porcelain
Style: Rococo, designed by Michael Victor ACIER (1736-1799) / modelled 1766-68
Specifications:
Meissen Gardener...
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1870s German Antique Rococo Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Meissen Figurines Cherubs Allegory of Geometry Model C47, Acier Made circa 1870
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen gorgeous figurine group: Cherubs personifying Allegory of Geometry
The details are stunningly sculptured = finest modelling!
Design:
Michel Victor Acier (1736-1799) / mo...
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1870s German Antique Rococo Sculptures
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Porcelain
Meissen the Lucky Parents Model E 81 Michel Victor Acier Rococo made c. 1773
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen gorgeous figurine group: The Lucky Parents, created by Michel Victor Acier (c. 1770-72)
Manufactory: Meissen
Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Sword Mark (bottom not glazed)
First qu...
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Mid-18th Century German Antique Rococo Sculptures
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Porcelain
Meissen Figurines Cherubs Wine Growers Model C 60 by Acier Made circa 1870
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen gorgeous figurine group: Cherubs as Wine Growers
The details are stunningly sculptured = finest modelling!
Design:
Michel Victor Acier (1736-1799) / model C 60 created 1...
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1870s German Antique Rococo Sculptures
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Porcelain
Meissen Tall Motto Child Je Les Mets a Calme G 29 Acier Marcolini Period
Located in Vienna, AT
MEISSEN VERY LOVELY FIGURINE: MOTTO CHILD BY M.V.ACIER / JE LES METS A CALME
( = I'M CONCILIATING AND I'M SOOTHING )
Manufactory: Meissen
Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Sword Mark (...
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Late 18th Century German Antique Rococo Sculptures
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Meissen Two Children Seasons Figurines The Fall Model F 24 Acier, circa 1870
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen lovely pair of children season's rococo figurines - The Fall:
Girl and boy with wine grapes, both supporting themselves on marble column
Ma...
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1870s German Antique Rococo Sculptures
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Meissen Lovely Figurine Group by Acier of the Placidness of Childhood, 1840
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Gorgeous Figurine Group created by Michel Victor Acier
(1736 - 1799) around the year 1774: Placidness of Childhood
Specifications:
A most lovely baby child lies on an ...
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1840s German Antique Rococo Sculptures
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Porcelain
Meissen Two Children Seasons Figurines The Fall Model F 24 Acier c.1870
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Lovely Pair of Children Season's Rococo Figurines - The Fall:
Girl and Boy with Wine Grapes, both supporting themselves on marble column
MA...
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Materials
Porcelain
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Design of the model F 63 around 1777.
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Dating: around 1850
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Located in Vienna, AT
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Manufactory: Meissen
Hallmarked: Blue Meissen Sword Mark (underglazed)
First quality
model number D 86 / painter's number 61 / former's number 48
Dating: Made circa 1870
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Technique: handmade porcelain
Style: Rococo, designed by Michael Victor ACIER (1736-1799) / modelled 1770-1775
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Rococo sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rococo sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Interi, Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kändler, and Michel Victor Acier. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $240 and tops out at $195,000 while the average work can sell for $2,497.
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