A Meissen porcelain model, the indiscreet Harlequin

A Meissen porcelain model, the indiscreet Harlequin Rare and detailed model in very good condition. Large three-figure group depicting the well-known composition of a seated couple with Harlequin on the ground beside them lifting the lady's skirt. The shallow base encrusted with flowers and foliage. The group is flanked by two shrubs and a tree in which a bird is perched (possibly a dove). The faces and clothing are exceptionally finely painted: The lady's dress with scattered “indianische blumen” on yellow ground, the gentleman's red vest with black and gold carnations, Harlequin's jacket with playing cards. Unglazed and unmarked base. Minor retouches to the foliage, one branch broken (barely noticeable), the tip of his yellow shoe restored. H 27.3 cm. Around 1740, the model attributed to Johann Joachim Kaendler.

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H 27,3 cm