Figurine Group by Kaendler for Meissen, 1870

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Meissen gorgeous figurine group of stunning appearance: there are four gardener children of most lovely appearance visible. Manufactory: meissen. Dating: … Read more Meissen gorgeous figurine group of stunning appearance: there are four gardener children of most lovely appearance visible. Manufactory: meissen. Dating: third quarter of 19th century / made circa 1870. Blue meissen sword mark with pommels on hilts. First quality. Material: white porcelain, glossy finish, finest painting. Technique: handmade porcelain. Designer: johann joachim kaendler / designed and modelled circa 1767 / he was chief sculptor at meissen manufactory from 1742 - 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. Specifications: subject: gardener children figurines. -- there are four children figurines (male and female persons) being busy with gardening: a girl lifting her apron where some flowers are collected; additionally, she holds a basket filled with flowers in left hand; a second girl lifting her apron, too, where some flowers are collected; additionally, she holds a flower's bundle in left raised hand; a boy supporting himself on shovel; a second boy standing on top piece - he is lifting a garland of wine grapes and leaves. The figurines are based on round support decorated with stylized leaves and knotted cloths. Superb appearance, fine multicoloured painting of various shades. The figurines are dressed in finest rococo garments of rural type the details are worked with greatest skill. The figurines' features are of outstanding beauty. Measures / dimensions: height: 11.22 inches diameter: 6.10 inches there are the following marks existing: model number b 60 painter's number 86 former's number 65. Condition: excellent. There aren't any damages existing. This piece has an attribution mark,
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