Famous antique Meissen porcelain 17th century

Magnificent hard porcelain sculpture attributable to the renowned tradition of the Meissen factory, one of Europe's most important centers of artistic porcelain. This type of work is the result of extremely refined craftsmanship: the hard porcelain is fired at high temperatures to achieve a fine, luminous, and highly resistant surface , perfect for fine details and high-quality enamel painting.

The figure, modeled with great craftsmanship , features soft forms and realistic details , which effectively convey the subject depicted and reflect the decorative elegance typical of artifacts inspired by European taste of the 18th–19th centuries. The pictorial decoration—executed by hand with polychrome enamels—enrichs the surfaces and clothing with vivid colors and refined finishes.

This sculpture is not just a decorative furnishing accessory, but a collector's piece with a strong historical and artistic identity . It can enhance living rooms, studies, reception rooms, or art exhibitions with great character, while also offering a narrative and figurative element. The balance of form, color, and materiality makes this porcelain an object of great aesthetic prestige.

The item is in excellent overall condition , with smooth surfaces, well-preserved colors and sharp details, ready to be enhanced in its environment.

Main features

• Origin: Europe (Meissen tradition)

• Period: 18th–19th century (historical production or historical style)

• Material: Hand-painted hard porcelain

• Style: Decorative Figurative / European Classical

• Type: Ornamental porcelain sculpture

• Function: Collectible art and decorative object

• Condition: Excellent overall condition