Figure of a Saint, perhaps St. Anthony of Padua
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
ModelerModelling attributed to
Johann Gottlieb Kirchner
(German, 1706-1738)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
PeriodAugustus II (1694-1733)
Dateca.1732-1733
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels
DimensionsOverall: 30 x 22.8 x 17.8 cm (11 13/16 x 9 x 7 in.)
MarkingsCrossed swords in underglaze blue
DescriptionThe figure shows a kneeling Saint, with its torso twisted and head turned in adoration. One hand rests over the Saint’s heart, a gesture of devotion, the other is missing. The sculpture is undecorated apart from extremely restrained enamel decoration on the head in browns and iron red, and on the left foot in iron red.
Credit LinePurchased with a gift from Helen Gardiner.
Object numberG08.1.1
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
On view
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