Product152_Frankenthal

Description:

Frankenthal figurines are among the best in Germany. They are invariably stiffly modelled, but have an undeniable, dill-like charm, with small, innnocent features, big eyes, rouged cheeks and oversized hands. The plasticity of Frankenthal porcelain allowed for quite detailed modelling, and the thin, opaque glaze does not obscure it.

The chief modeller at Frankenthal was Johann Wilhelm Lanz, who accompanied Paul Antoine Hannong from Strasbourg. Lanz modelled all the fashionable subjects, but his favorites were scenes from country life, such as the hunting group. His Strasbourg models mainly had grassy mound bases, but at Frankenthal Lanz introduced an undulating Rococo base with puce or gilt scrolls and arched edges that curl like wet paper. Towards the end of the 1750's Lanz was joined by Johann Frederick Luck, who had previously worked at Hochst. Luck followed Lanz style, although some of his figures had even more elaborate bases with deeply arched and pierced scrollwork.

This beautiful piece is extremely detailed with gold lining and elaborate dress work. Masterfully crafted with wonderful color. This rare porcelain figurine features a man in high-class dress. Obviously a romanic, holding flowers. With his sword firmly at his side, this figurine is of high-quality. The handle of the sword is missing. Otherwise an extraodinary piece. Has the underglazed blue mark. Fingers a perfect.