Gardener 1760 - 1770

This small, hand-painted porcelain figure, titled *Gardener*, was made by the Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory between 1760 and 1770. It depicts a young man, likely a gardener, in a striped shirt and breeches, pushing a wheelbarrow filled with garden refuse. This figure is a charming example of the Chelsea factory's skilled craftsmanship and its focus on depicting everyday scenes of English life. The figure's delicate features, colorful clothing, and detailed wheelbarrow highlight the artistry of this 18th-century porcelain factory. The figurine is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.