Meissen Pair of Figurines The Broken Bridge & The Broken Eggs by Acier, c.1850

View Similar Items

Meissen Lovely Figurine Group by Acier of the Placidness of Childhood, 1840

Meissen Two Children Seasons Figurines The Fall Model F 24 Acier c.1870

Meissen Figurines Cherubs Allegory of Arithmetic Model 12 by Acier, circa 1860

Meissen Two Children Seasons Figurines The Fall Model F 24 Acier, circa 1870

Meissen Bucolic Festival Figurines Cherubs Couple Musicians Acier, C 59, 1870

Meissen Gorgeous Figurines Group Six Gardeners, Tall Tree by Acier, circa 1870

Meissen Figurines Cherubs Wine Growers Model C 60 by Acier Made circa 1870

Meissen Figurines Cherubs with Swing Model G 32 by Acier Made circa 1920

Meissen Large Allegorical Group 'The Fire' by M.V. Acier, Germany Around, 1850

Meissen Large Allegorical Group 'The Air' by M.V. Acier, Germany Around 1850

Meissen Large Allegorical Group 'The Fire' by M.V. Acier, Germany Around 1850

Meissen Figurines Cherubs Allegory of Geometry Model C47, Acier Made circa 1870

Want more images or videos?

Request additional images or videos from the seller

1 of 10

Meissen Pair of Figurines The Broken Bridge & The Broken Eggs by Acier, c.1850

About the Item

Meissen Pair of Gorgeous Figurines of finest quality: -- The Broken Eggs -- The Broken Bridge Manufactory: Meissen Dating: Middle of 19th century Made circa 1850-1860 MARKS: Blue Meissen sword mark of 19th century (with pommels on hilts) attached to reverse sides. Glazed bottom. First quality Material: White porcelain, glossy finish, finest painting. Technique: Handmade porcelain. Designer: Michel Victor Acier / designed and modelled, circa 1777 / The modeller - born in France at Versailles - was staff member of Meissen manufactory as from 1764 as well as most important modeller apart from Kaendler / after Kaendler's death in the year 1775 he was alone responsible for creating models of Meissen manufactory. Specifications: Subject: -- The broken Eggs. An elegant lady standing upright crosses her arms over her breasts / she is turning towards a naked cherub which is hiding itself under the lady's mantel / additionally the lady holds a garland of flowers an elder woman sits beside the lady: it seems that she tries to calm her ... there is a naked cherub kneeling before the lady figurines - it presents broken eggs to women - a basket filled with eggs is lying on ground (the eggs are pouring out). The figurine group is based on oval rocky support with golden painted frieze. The scene depicted here is reference to some vintage proverbs which have something to do with broken eggs / for example: Broken Friendship as well as Broken Eggshells can't be repaired anymore. - He who breaks Eggs in Basket destroys a Plan had been elaboratively made before... -- The Broken Bridge. The squire / gallant man is lifting up a Noble lady who is going to enter the broken bridge. In front of them a winged Amor boy is scattering roses on the bridge: This scene is a wonderful symbol of love, indeed! Behind the figurines there is a second AMOR BOY visible: He has a quiver filled with arrows attached to his back. - The figurine group is based on oval rocky support with golden-blue painted frieze. Measures / dimensions: The broken eggs - model F 65, former's number 51/33 height: 9.44 inches ( = 24.0 cm) diameter of base: 5.90 inches ( = 15.0 cm) The broken bridge - model F 63, former's number 137, painter's number 55 height: 10.03 inches ( = 25.5 cm) diameter of base: 6.10 inches ( = 15.5 cm) Condition : Excellent. A very few restorations have been done at some flower's blossoms petals. Apart from that, there aren't any damages existing. Shipping note: These Meissen Figurines will be excellently wrapped and packed in two special boxes.

Creator:
Michel Victor Acier 1 (Sculptor)
Dimensions:
Height: 10.03 in (25.48 cm)Diameter: 6.1 in (15.5 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Rococo (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Porcelain,Painted
Place of Origin:
Germany
Period:
1850-1859
Date of Manufacture:
Made circa 1850-1860
Condition:
SMALL RESTORATIONS HAVE BEEN DONE AT A FEW PETALS OF FLOWER'S BLOSSOMS (NOT VISIBLE WITH NAKED EYE). APART FROM THAT, THERE AREN'T ANY RESTORATIONS / IMPERFECTIONS EXISTING.
Seller Location:
Vienna, AT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU101444166803