"joan Of Arc", Biscuit Figurine From The Scheibe-alsbach Porcelain Factory, Germany

This delicate biscuit porcelain figure depicts Joan of Arc kneeling, her hands clasped in fervent prayer. Her face, turned towards heaven, imbued with elevation and contemplation, subtly conveys the mystical fervor associated with the French heroine. The young saint is portrayed in medieval costume: a laced bodice, a full skirt with flowing pleats, and a small purse at her waist. The gentle modeling highlights the purity of the biscuit porcelain, whose matte whiteness emphasizes the details of the drapery and the expression on her face. The sculpture rests on a molded circular base, here presented on a turned wooden plinth. The Scheibe-Alsbach porcelain factory, founded in 1835 in Thuringia, Germany, is renowned for its high-quality biscuit porcelain pieces, often inspired by religious, historical, or romantic themes. The fineness of execution and the sensitivity of the treatment testify to the characteristic know-how of this manufacture. A decorative and devotional work, this representation of Joan of Arc is part of the European enthusiasm of the late 19th century for historical and spiritual figures, particularly after the beatification of Joan of Arc in 1909 and her canonization in 1920. An elegant and expressive piece, ideal for a collection of antique porcelain or religious iconography.