18th-Century Courting Couple Sharing a Parasol Under Pastel-Colored Period Attire. Glazed and Matte Porcelain Figurine

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The hand-painted blue crossed swords mark with a dot or star on the underside identifies this figurine as being in … Read more The hand-painted blue crossed swords mark with a dot or star on the underside identifies this figurine as being in the style of Meissen porcelain, Germany. The Style: The crossed swords mark is the legendary emblem of the Meissen Porzellan Manufaktur. The variation shown—with a small dot, circle, or star accent at the side—closely resembles the factory's historical "Marcolini period" mark (roughly 1774–1814) or specific 19th-century production marks.Authenticity Note: Because Meissen's crossed swords are among the most copied trademarks in ceramics history, many 19th- and 20th-century European workshops (such as those in Dresden or Paris) added similar hand-painted marks to pieces made in the Meissen style.Ventilation Holes: The small pinholes visible on the unglazed base are intentional firing vents. These allowed hot air to escape from the hollow interior of the porcelain figurine during kiln firing to prevent it from cracking. See less