Two Freemasons 1739 - 1749

"Two Freemasons" is a porcelain sculpture by the Meissen Manufactory, dating to 1739-1749. The piece depicts two men in elaborate 18th-century attire, one standing and one seated, with a small dog at their feet. The men are likely Freemasons, an organization emphasizing fraternal bonds and self-improvement. The intricately detailed sculpture is an example of the Rococo style, with its emphasis on elaborate ornamentation, curved lines, and lighthearted subject matter.