Couple on a settee by Meissen Manufactory

Couple on a settee 1737

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ceramic, porcelain, sculpture

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3d sculpting

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3d printed part

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sculpture

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ceramic

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jewelry design

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fountain

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porcelain

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sculptural image

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unrealistic statue

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building art

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sculpture

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technology juxtaposition

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men

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musical-instrument

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decorative-art

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statue

This 1737 porcelain figurine, "Couple on a settee," was created by the Meissen Manufactory and is an example of the Rococo style popular in 18th-century Europe. The intricate details of the clothing and the ornate gilded settee are typical of this period. The figures depict a couple engaged in a musical performance, reflecting the love of music and entertainment during this time. The Meissen Manufactory was renowned for its fine porcelain and detailed craftsmanship, making this figurine a prized possession.

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