Group of Three Children: Allegory of Summer 1726

"Group of Three Children: Allegory of Summer" is a terracotta sculpture created in 1726 by Flemish artist Jan Baptist Xavery. The sculpture depicts three cherubic figures representing the season of summer. The central child, with a sheaf of wheat in its hand, is likely representing the bounty of summer. The other two children are likely symbols of the joy and playfulness associated with the season. The sculpture, in its depiction of children engaging with summer’s bounty, represents a typical genre of the era, exemplifying the charm and innocence of children in nature.