Seated Chinese 1750 - 1770

This porcelain figurine titled "Seated Chinese" was created by the French manufactory Mennecy between 1750 and 1770. The figure depicts a seated man in traditional Chinese clothing, with a floral design on his shirt and striped pants. The figure is seated on a rock, with his hand resting on a small animal. The figurine exemplifies the popularity of Chinoiserie, a style that imitated Chinese art and design, during the 18th century. This type of figurine was commonly produced in Europe during the 18th century and often depicted people, animals, or scenes inspired by Chinese culture.