Porseleinen beelden van chimaera's en varkenskoppen before 1884

This photograph, taken before 1884, depicts a collection of porcelain sculptures by Lemercier & Cie., now housed at the Rijksmuseum. The photograph showcases a diverse range of works, including chimera heads and boar heads, highlighting the intricate craftsmanship of the company. These sculptures demonstrate Lemercier & Cie.'s ability to blend realism with fantasy, capturing the essence of mythical creatures in porcelain, a material not traditionally used for such subjects. These porcelain sculptures, small in size, are testaments to the detail and skill of the artists and showcase the growing interest in fantasy and mythology during the 19th century.