Figure of a boy with a bird's nest c. 1762 - 1767

This porcelain sculpture depicts a boy with a bird's nest, crafted in Höchst, but with no known date. It is a window into the aesthetic and social values of its time. The figure represents a boy, who is adorned in the clothing of the upper class. This suggests an idealized vision of youth, likely intended for an aristocratic audience. The act of holding a bird's nest can be seen as a commentary on themes of innocence and the relationship between humanity and nature. This intersects with broader philosophical and cultural attitudes towards childhood and nature. The artist uses a traditional representation, which is typical for it's time, but this piece may also be interpreted through contemporary lenses, questioning ideas about social status, gender roles, and our responsibilities towards the environment. Ultimately, this sculpture invites us to reflect on our own values and how societal expectations shape our understanding of identity, childhood, and nature.