Antique Porcelain Group Figurine Of Children In Garden, Meissen Style, C. 19th Century

This charming antique porcelain figurine group from the 19th century depicts a pair of child gardeners in a pastoral scene. The boy stands beside a tree trunk adorned with a birdcage and a nest containing two birds, along with an additional bird on the ground. The girl, seated beside him, wears a beautifully detailed floral-patterned dress and holds a delicate garland of moulded flowers.

The intricate craftsmanship, lifelike floral details, and skillfully hand-painted decoration make this piece a fine example of European porcelain artistry. While the specific manufacturer remains unidentified, it is possible that this figurine was created by one of the following artists:

Joseph Gaspard Robert, a renowned French porcelain artist.
Helena Wolfson, a German designer known for her porcelain replicas.
Edme Samson, a prominent porcelain copyist of the era.

The design closely resembles Johann Carl Schönheit's “Allegory of Spring” from 1782, a model for Meissen’s The Four Seasons series. Schönheit’s work often drew inspiration from French painters like Watteau and Boucher, and this figurine group beautifully captures the idyllic charm of such themes.

Dimensions:
Height: 14.5 cm
Width: 12 cm
Depth: 9.5 cm
Weight: 688 grams

Condition:
Perfect antique condition. Colours, enamel, and gilding are fully intact with no visible signs of breakage or restoration.

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