Figure personifying Painting 1750 - 1763

This porcelain figurine, created between 1750 and 1763, depicts a cherubic figure personifying the art of painting. The cherub stands on a rocky outcropping and holds a paintbrush in one hand and a palette in the other, symbolizing the creative process. Created by the short-lived artist Vauxhall (1748-1768), this work is an example of the decorative arts popular in the 18th century. The figurine is a charming and delicate example of rococo style, emphasizing the beauty of the subject and its elegant details. Currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this delicate figurine is a testament to the artistry of the 18th-century porcelain production.