The Four Seasons Cherubs Figurine Group the by Kaendler for Meissen, 1750s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Meissen gorgeous figurine group of finest quality: There are four cherubs symbolizing the four seasons - of most lovely appearance visible.
Manufactory: Meissen
Dating (please note!): Middle of 18th century, made circa 1755-60.
Marks: Small blue Meissen sword mark of pre-marcolini period attached to edge of base (backside). Bottom not glazed. FIRST QUALITY Material: white porcelain, glossy finish, finest painting. Technique: Handmade porcelain.
Designer: Johann Joachim Kaendler / designed and modelled circa 1748, he was chief sculptor at Meissen manufactory from 1742-1775. Kaendler is the most famous modeller Meissen manufactory ever had and created famous series such as Shepherd Figurines, Comedian's Children, Gardener Children (with Acier), Paris Town Criers (with Reinicke and Meyer), Gallant Figurines, etc. Specifications: Subject: Seasons Cherubs figurines (four childlike naked putto (cherub) figurines). A figurine wearing a wreath of flower blossoms on head as well as a flower in left hand (symbol of SPRING) embraces a female cherub holding ears of grain and a sickle (figurine of SUMMER). Further there is a male cherub holding up a red wine glass visible / additionally it seizes a jar in left hand: Beyond that, this cherub wearing a wreath of wine leaves on head sits on a wine cask (it is AUTUMN). Finally, the head of fourth boyish cherub is covered by fur coat / the figurine has a pot filled with embers (it is depicting WINTER). - The four cherubs are supported by rocky base decorated with sculptured leaves and flowers.
MEASURES / DIMENSIONS: height: 5.90 inches ( = 15.0 cm) width: 5.70 inches ( = 14.5 cm) depth: 4.33 inches ( = 11.0 cm) It is model 1068 (model number isn't visible here). Early manufacturing (middle of 18th century ! ). Bibliography: -- Thomas & Sabine Bergmann, Meissen-Figures, model numbers 1 - 3000, Erlangen (Germany) 2017, page 405 / catalogue number 1913
Condition: VERY GOOD A few restorations have been done at some leaves' petals and at few ears of grain. Apart from that, there aren't any restorations existing.

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Creator	Johann Joachim Kaendler (Sculptor)
Manufacturer	Johann Joachim Kaendler (Sculptor)
Design Period	Before 1890
Production Period	Before 1890
Country of Manufacture	Germany
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
Style	Vintage, Rococo
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, A few restorations on some petals and some ears
Product Code	EMT-1580805
Materials	Porcelain
Color	Multicolored
Width	15 cm 14.5 cm
Depth	11 cm 11 cm
Height	15 cm 15 cm
Weight Range	Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg

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A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

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