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Rare and large Classical Trompe-L'oeil Meissen Porcelain Plaque

Creator: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Rare and large Classical Trompe-L'oeil Meissen Porcelain Plaque
German, 19th Century
Frame: height 60cm, width 55cm, depth 5cm
Plaque: height 45cm, width 40cm

Imitating a marble relief, this exceptional porcelain plaque by Meissen, signed 'A. Peignot,' is a rare example of Trompe L'oeil work by this leading porcelain manufactory. Stylistically it bears affinities with various Old Master, particular Italian Renaissance, artworks, like those of Andrea Mantegna, that have the appearance of Classical Roman reliefs and sculptures. It has a monochromatic Classical scene, depicting three women in drapery placing a sculpture of Cupid onto a pedestal. A putto in the background carries flowers, and what appears like a clothed tree-branch or curtain is drawn out of the background before quickly fading back into the panel.

Signed to the lower right 'A. Peignot,' (the artist at Meissen responsible for this fine piece), it bears the underglaze blue crossed swords mark to the reverse, and comes mounted in a beautiful ornate carved giltwood frame.

Artist/Maker: Meissen

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Germany
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Porcelain, Giltwood.
Styles / Movements:	Classical, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	17189
Incollect Reference #:	624060

Dimensions

W.	21.65 in;	H.	23.62 in;	D.	1.97 in;
W.	55 cm;	H.	60 cm;	D.	5 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.