By Johann Friedrich Eberlein
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen nice Potpourri vase: Monkey eating wine grapes / lady with boy
The details are stunningly scupltured = finest modelling!
Design:
Johann Friedrich Eberlein (1696-1749) / Model 1002 Created 1748.
Since 1735 second chief modeller of Meissen manufactory, Eberlein was one of the best contributors Johann J. Kaendler had.
Made circa 1860
Hallmarked:
Meissen Blue Sword Mark (glazed bottom)
model number 1002 / painter's number 9 / former's number 70
First quality
Specification:
Excellently modelled bellied vase: The vase's base is of square form type, having four feet shaped as volutes / the vase is painted at front side - it is a picture in Watteau style, depicting a gallant couple situated in garden landscape. Additionally, sculptured decorations are attached to vase's wall - these are vine tendrils with grapes. Very special feature: A sculptured monkey's figurine eating grapes. - Further there is a lady visible - accompanied by little boy with basket...
Category
Antique 1860s German Rococo Porcelain