Pair 19th Century Meissen nodding Pagodas,
SKU : 93662
£15,000.00
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DIMENSIONS 18 x 18 x 18 cm (7 ¹/₈ x 7 ¹/₈ x 7 ¹/₈ inches)
A fine qiuality pair of late 19th century Meissen porcelain Nodding Pagodas, each with wonderful bold colouring moving heads, tongues and hands.
The Meissen factory in Germany was founded in 1709 and was the first producer of true porcelain wares in Europe. The company’s main patron was Augustus II the Strong, the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. Meissen was, and continues to be, famous for its tableware, vases, candelabra, animal sculptures and figures, like this pair, which were often graceful and light-hearted in character. These models feature the Meissen mark of the two blue crossed swords on their undersides. These porcelain models take the form of a Chinese couple, who sit with their legs crossed. They have large bellies and ears, and broad grins on their faces. Both figures wear parcel gilt collared shirts and loose robes, decorated with colourful flowers. Characteristic of ‘pagode’ figures, the figures'' heads nod, and their hands and tongues move. The pair are designed to surprise and delight all who have the pleasure of beholding them.
The Meissen factory in Germany was founded in 1709 and was the first producer of true porcelain wares in Europe. The company’s main patron was Augustus II the Strong, the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. Meissen was, and continues to be, famous for its tableware, vases, candelabra, animal sculptures and figures, like this pair, which were often graceful and light-hearted in character. These models feature the Meissen mark of the two blue crossed swords on their undersides. These porcelain models take the form of a Chinese couple, who sit with their legs crossed. They have large bellies and ears, and broad grins on their faces. Both figures wear parcel gilt collared shirts and loose robes, decorated with colourful flowers. Characteristic of ‘pagode’ figures, the figures'' heads nod, and their hands and tongues move. The pair are designed to surprise and delight all who have the pleasure of beholding them.
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If your item needs some extra care, our experienced in-house restorers will bring it to showroom condition.
UK deliveries and collections are handled by our own fleet of vans.
Global shipping is taken care of by our specialised partner shipping and packing companies. We will be happy to help you with filling out paperwork, obtaining insurance, and negotiating the best delivery prices.
If you have any questions or would like a quote, please call Patrick Moorhead Antiques team on +44 (0) 1273 779 696 or email chris@patrickmoorhead.co.uk.
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Pair 19th Century Meissen nodding Pagodas,
DIMENSIONS 18 x 18 x 18 cm (7 <span>¹/₈</span> x 7 <span>¹/₈</span> x 7 <span>¹/₈</span> inches)
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