The Fencing Lesson 1750 - 1760
hochstmanufactory
themetropolitanmuseumofart
ceramic, porcelain, sculpture
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3d sculpting
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sculpture
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ceramic
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boy
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porcelain
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black and white format
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sculptural image
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b w
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black and white theme
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unrealistic statue
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framed image
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sculpture
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black and white
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men
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decorative-art
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statue
"The Fencing Lesson" is a porcelain figurine made by the Höchst Manufactory in Germany between 1750 and 1760. The figurine depicts a man in a powdered wig and formal attire, holding a fencing sword and teaching a younger boy. The scene captures a popular Rococo-era pastime, fencing, and highlights the intricate details and delicate craftsmanship of the Höchst Manufactory. This piece, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the enduring appeal of European porcelain art.
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