Lawyer from the Italian Comedy by Mennecy

Lawyer from the Italian Comedy 1750 - 1765

ceramic, porcelain, sculpture

3d sculpting

3d model

ceramic

porcelain

3d character model

character sketch

sculpture

character design

child character design

men

3d modeling

character design for animation

decorative-art

3d character modeling

3d concept

This porcelain figurine, “Lawyer from the Italian Comedy,” depicts a character from the Commedia dell'arte, a form of Italian comedic theatre popular in the 18th century. The figure, created by the artist Mennecy between 1750-1765, is posed with a whimsical expression and leans against a tree stump, highlighting the theatrical nature of the subject. The figure is dressed in a colorful costume with stripes and patterns, typical of Commedia dell'arte characters. The figurine, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the artistry and craftsmanship of 18th-century porcelain sculpture.