Male fruit seller (one of a pair) 1750 - 1760

This porcelain figurine, "Male Fruit Seller," is one of a pair created by the Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory in England between 1750 and 1760. It depicts a young man in colorful clothing seated upon a tree stump holding a basket, likely intended to hold fruit for sale. The delicate details of the clothing, the basket, and the base, which is adorned with flowers and leaves, highlight the skilled craftsmanship of the Chelsea factory. These figures, originally part of a larger decorative ensemble, demonstrate the growing popularity of Rococo-style figures during the 18th century.