Leopard 1730 - 1745

The "Leopard" is a small, hand-painted porcelain figurine, crafted in the Chantilly style around 1730-1745. This piece, currently residing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is characteristic of 18th-century French porcelain, often depicting animals with realistic detail and vibrant colors. The leopard is depicted in a seated position, its spotted coat and sharp features rendered with meticulous attention, a testament to the skill of the Chantilly artisans.