18th Century French Bronze after La Rue

French etagere ( shelf ) 18th century Original condition Measures: 19cm x 40cm.

Pair of small gold-patinated bronze busts of two ancient philosophers on Siena marble pedestals (added, 2nd half of 19th century).

This exquisite 18th-century Meissen porcelain figurine depicts a touching scene of motherhood, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship of one of the oldest and most revered European porcelain manufacturers. The finely detailed figure is mounted in luxurious French Louis XV-style gilt bronze, enhancing the elegance and rarity of the piece. The combination of Meissen's delicate porcelain artistry with the opulence of French gilt bronze mounts exemplifies the refinement and beauty of 18th-century decorative arts. The scene features a tender moment of a mother with her child, rendered with meticulous attention to detail, from the soft expressions to the intricately modeled folds of fabric. The gilded bronze mounts, in the ornate Louis XV style, complement the figurine’s refined design and add a regal touch, making this piece a remarkable example of Rococo elegance. This rare and beautifully crafted Meissen porcelain figurine, adorned with French Louis XV gilt bronze mounts, captures a tender motherhood scene in the Rococo style. An outstanding piece for collectors of fine European porcelain...

This charming depiction of a boy measuring the earth with a compass is an allegorical sculpture of geography. This bronze was cast using the lost wax technique and is fire gilded. He...