Indiscreet Harlequin 1735 - 1745

"Indiscreet Harlequin" is a porcelain figurine created by the Meissen Manufactory between 1735 and 1745. The figurine depicts a scene of romantic intrigue, with a harlequin figure lying at the feet of a couple embracing. The playful scene is a testament to the Meissen Manufactory's skill in capturing everyday life and social satire in their exquisite porcelain figures. The piece, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors characteristic of Meissen porcelain, highlighting the flourishing of European porcelain production during the Rococo period.