Allegorical group c. 1782 - 1784
loosdrecht
historical design
3d printed part
rounded shape
sculpture
structure design
3d character model
sculptural image
unrealistic statue
3d shape
wedding dress
This porcelain sculpture, "Allegorical group," created by Loosdrecht between 1782 and 1784, features a group of four figures in a dynamic composition. The central figure, a bust of a woman on a pedestal, is surrounded by three other figures, including a woman holding a child and a man gesturing dramatically. The piece is an example of 18th-century Neoclassical sculpture, characterized by its emphasis on classical themes, idealized forms, and a focus on emotional expression. The sculpture is on display in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, showcasing the craftsmanship and artistic sensibilities of the era.
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An elegantly dressed gentleman pays an old beggar woman to have his shoes polished by her son. His favourite pastime is symbolized by the statue of Diana, goddess of the hunt. The social theme depicted here was quite unusual for a porcelain figure group.
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