Meissen Porcelain Huge Ewer Air by Kändler Made 19th Century

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Meissen Porcelain Huge Ewer Air by Kändler Made 19th Century

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Meissen gorgeous as well as huge ewer: It derives from a series of FOUR ELEMENTS - this ewer symbolizes AIR. Dating: made 19th century (circa 1850). Material: White porcelain, glossy finish, finest painting. Technique: Handmade porcelain. Designer: Johann Joachim Kändler (1706 - 1775) / he was chief sculptor at Meissen manufactory as from 1742 until the year 1775. He is the most famous modeller Meissen manufactory ever had and created famous series such as Shepherd Figurines, Comedian's Children, Gardener Children (with Acier), Paris Town Criers (with Reinicke and Meyer) , Gallant Figurines, etc. Kaendler designed this ewer (Model 327) circa 1750. Subject: Huge ewer "AIR" from the Elements series (= Air, water, earth, fire). The massive pitcher having large spout is abundantly decorated with sculputured figurines: - there are a lovely cherub as well as two boyish Elves flying from top area / two of them wear music instruments being strongly connected with Air: these are bagpipes and a special type of flute. - the crowned seated figure of Juno or Hera seizing a sceptre is visible at front side or she is accompanied by her attribute, the peacock which symbolizes Love and Beauty. - Zephyr, God of Wind, blows air with all his efforts: It is a nice unclad youth having wings here. - Finally, a winged flying cherub holding a bird is attached to area below. A very particular feature is the fact that the Handle of this pitcher is shaped as Blue drapery / the spout as well as base are decorated with multicolored feathers. Additionally, various flocks of birds including cranes and pheasants as well as clouds cover the pitcher's surface - all modelled in raised relief. Some multicolored paintings of insects - laid on white porcelain - decorate ewer's upper area. Gorgeous appearance as well as excellent Meissen quality, delicate finest painting, superb modelling. Measures / Dimensions: height: 66 cm ( = 26.4 inches) width: 40 cm ( = 16.0 inches) Marks: THIS MEISSEN EWER IS MARKED BY BLUE MEISSEN SWORD MARK OF 19TH CENTURY (MEISSEN MARK WITH POMMELS ON HILTS) / MADE CIRCA 1850 / FIRST QUALITY . Model number 327. Please note: We're shipping wordlwide, wrapped and packed in finest manner. Caused by size and weight of this Meissen ewer overseas shipping can be done only by forwarding company: Many thanks for your attention! Shipping price on request.

Creator:
Johann Joachim Kaendler (Sculptor)
Dimensions:
Height: 26.4 in (67.06 cm)Diameter: 16 in (40.64 cm)
Style:
Baroque (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Porcelain,Painted
Place of Origin:
Germany
Period:
Mid-19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1850
Condition:
SUPERB ( = MINT ) CONDITION: There aren't any damages existing ( = museum quality ! ).
Seller Location:
Vienna, AT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU101441601422