Conductor for the Monkey Band c. 1765

"Conductor for the Monkey Band" is a whimsical porcelain figurine created by the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory in Germany around 1765. This figurine depicts a monkey dressed in a lavish 18th-century costume, complete with a wig and a conductor's baton, playfully mimicking human behavior and the world of classical music. The intricate details of the monkey's clothing and the vibrant colors of the porcelain create a sense of humor and charm. This piece exemplifies the Meissen manufactory's renowned skill in porcelain production and their fascination with the exotic and whimsical, making it a popular example of "animal automatons" and "monkey" art in the 18th century.