Sitzendorf The Music Lesson Porcelain Figural Figurine Courting Couple Late 19th C.
This porcelain figure titled The Music Lesson shows a young couple taking advantage of a music lesson in order to embrace. The young woman is leaning back against the young man's shoulder, and his arms are around her neck under the pretext of showing her how to play the flute. The small sheep suggests that she is a shepherdess. In an amusing detail, on the boy's left, a little dog is barking.
Originally designed by Francois Boucher (1707-1770) in 1752 and based on a painting he had done in 1949. This theme was mimicked in a number of porcelain mactories in that period.
Made in Sitzendorf , Thuringia, Germany.
Excellent flawless condition.
9"H x 9"W x 7"D.
6.5 lbs
SKU 2502