Asia (part of a set) by Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory

Asia (part of a set) 1763 - 1767

nymphenburgporcelainmanufactory

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ceramic, porcelain, sculpture

sculpture

ceramic

porcelain

black and white format

sculptural image

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black and white theme

black colour

sculpture

black and white

repetition of black colour

men

black colour rhythm

decorative-art

statue

"Asia (part of a set)" is a porcelain sculpture from the Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory, dating from 1763 to 1767. The sculpture depicts a nude male figure with a flowing robe, sitting on a rocky base adorned with a mythical beast. The piece exemplifies the Rococo style, characterized by its elegant and ornate details, and highlights the artistry of the renowned Nymphenburg manufactory. This figure, part of a larger set representing the continents, is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.