Aug Fine Art & Collectibles Sale
Lot 247:
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19th Century Portrait of Madame de Pompadour (French School)
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Period: Late 19th Century (see the blue porcelain hallmark on the base)Style: Rococo StyleMaterial: Porcelain, 24K Gilt GoldOrigin: Royal Meissen Porcelain Manufactory, Germany (Founded 1710 – Present)DescriptionThis Rococo-style court noble porcelain figurine group depicts an 18th-century French court gentleman and lady wearing classic white periwigs. The pair stroll closely embraced in a tender romantic courtship scene. Both figures are dressed in refined everyday aristocratic costumes of the 18th century with graceful, delicate silhouettes and sweet, vivid expressions, fully showcasing the supreme sculptural craftsmanship of Meissen porcelain.Founded in 1710 by Augustus the Strong, Elector of Saxony, in Dresden, the Royal Meissen Porcelain Manufactory was relocated to Albrechtsburg Castle in Meissen in the same year to safeguard its exclusive porcelain-making secrets.In its early days, Meissen specialised heavily in replicating Chinese and Japanese porcelain, particularly Japanese Imari and Kakiemon polychrome wares, achieving an imitation quality nearly indistinguishable from the originals. Nevertheless, it is Meissen’s iconic Rococo porcelain sculptures that secured its reputation as Europe’s leading porcelain manufactory.Craftsmen meticulously modelled figures, flowers, birds and beasts from fine kaolin clay, then embellished them with rich polychrome glazes. Meissen’s master ceramic artists blended the soft subtle elegance of Oriental aesthetics with the sumptuous splendour of Western decorative art, creating a unique aesthetic charm and earning Meissen the title of Europe’s Finest Porcelain.Since the era of the Duchy of Saxony, Meissen porcelain has been celebrated for its elegant design and entirely handcrafted production. Highly coveted by European royalty, nobility, celebrities and statesmen, its value has long been comparable to fine gold.Meissen porcelain embodies nearly three centuries of European ceramic art heritage. Each piece undergoes over 80 elaborate handmade procedures. All colour pigments are formulated with proprietary secret recipes and strictly kept confidential by the factory’s pigment laboratory for exclusive use. Adhering to exquisite workmanship, elegant proportions and fluid lines, every Meissen work fully reflects consummate craftsmanship and profound artistic attainment.To this day, Meissen remains a symbol of elite social status in Germany, and ownership of Meissen pieces is regarded as a mark of prestige. Its stylistic influence has shaped the entire European porcelain industry, making Meissen rightfully known as the Platinum of European Porcelain.The iconic Meissen blue crossed swords hallmark is a crucial reference for dating porcelain works. Derived from the heraldic shield insignia of the Elector of Saxony, it symbolizes supreme imperial authority.
H:25cm
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