Large Polychrome And Gold Porcelain Group – Dresden Volkstedt, 19th Century - Circa 1880

Monumental format – Absolutely pristine condition – Museum-quality piece. An impressive hard-paste porcelain figurative group, modeled with the virtuosity characteristic of the Volkstedt workshops in the 19th century. The scene depicts an elegant woman standing, dressed in a magenta bodice and a skirt with yellow floral decoration, accompanied by a young child holding a horn and draped in white with a red ribbon. The modeling of the flesh, the delicacy of the fingers, the vibrancy of the fabrics, and the precision of the floral garlands testify to first-rate craftsmanship. The richly openwork rocaille base is adorned with gilded scrolls, floral cartouches, and polychrome highlights of exceptional freshness. The reverse reveals equally meticulous craftsmanship: the tree trunk, foliage, and drapery are rendered with the same precision as the front, confirming a piece designed to be displayed in the round, in an aristocratic interior or a collector's showcase. The state of preservation is remarkable: no restoration, no cracks, no wear; the piece is presented in near-mint condition—an extremely rare occurrence for a group of this size. Dimensions: • Height: 52.5 cm • Width: 27 cm • Depth: 21 cm Provenance: Parisian private collection. A museum-quality piece, remarkable for its size, freshness, and the quality of its modeling.