A fine quality pair of late 19th century Meissen porcelain Nodding Pagodas, each with wonderful bold coloring moving heads, tongues and hands.
The Meissen factory in Germany was founded in 1709 and was the first producer of true porcelain wares in Europe. The company’s main patron was Augustus II the Strong, the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. Meissen was, and continues to be, famous for its tableware, vases, candelabra, animal sculptures and figures, like this pair, which were often graceful and light-hearted in character. These models feature the Meissen mark of the two blue crossed swords on their undersides. These porcelain models take the form of a Chinese couple, who sit with their legs crossed. They have large bellies and ears, and broad grins on their faces. Both figures wear parcel gilt collared shirts and loose robes, decorated with colorful flowers. Characteristic of ‘pagode’ figures, the figures” heads nod, and their hands and tongues move. The pair are designed to surprise and delight all who have the pleasure of beholding them.
The Meissen factory in Germany was founded in 1709 and was the first producer of true porcelain wares in Europe. The company’s main patron was Augustus II the Strong, the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. Meissen was, and continues to be, famous for its tableware, vases, candelabra, animal sculptures and figures, like this pair, which were often graceful and light-hearted in character. These models feature the Meissen mark of the two blue crossed swords on their undersides. These porcelain models take the form of a Chinese couple, who sit with their legs crossed. They have large bellies and ears, and broad grins on their faces. Both figures wear parcel gilt collared shirts and loose robes, decorated with colorful flowers. Characteristic of ‘pagode’ figures, the figures” heads nod, and their hands and tongues move. The pair are designed to surprise and delight all who have the pleasure of beholding them.
Batch 71 61073/60297 AEKZZ.
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Creator:Meissen Porcelain(Maker)
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Dimensions:Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 7.09 in (18 cm)
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Style:Chinoiserie(In the Style Of)
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Materials and Techniques:PorcelainHand-Painted
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Place of Origin:Germany
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Period:19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:1880
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Brighton, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: SKU00001677Seller: LU1227232766282
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