Ludwigsburg Porcelain Figurine — “The Musical Couple”, 18th-Century German Rococo (c.1750–1800)
$2,500.00
Exquisite porcelain figurine from the Ludwigsburg Manufactory, dated to the 18th century. It depicts a Rococo musical couple with a harp and mandolin. A highly detailed and authentic collector’s item.
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Antique Ludwigsburg Porcelain Figurine — “The Musical Couple”, c. 1750–1800
This Ludwigsburg porcelain figurine—“The Musical Couple”—was produced by the Royal Ludwigsburg Manufactory, Germany, exemplifying late-Rococo scènes galantes. The gentleman, in a magenta coat and striped waistcoat, plays the mandolin before a lady seated at a harp, emblems of harmony and refined conversation in 18th-century decorative arts.
Finely hand-modeled and hand-painted in polychrome enamels, the piece shows delicate applied porcelain flowers across the base and gilded highlights to the harp and garments. The factory mark appears under the base, confirming origin and period authenticity.
Dimensions
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Height: 7.87 in (20 cm)
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Width: 8.27 in (21 cm)
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Depth: 4.72 in (12 cm)
Materials & Technique
Hard-paste porcelain (kaolin, feldspar, quartz); hand modeling; polychrome enamels; applied flowers; gilding.
Condition
Excellent for the age; no visible restorations or losses. Minor, expected gilt wear consistent with careful handling and display.
Relevance
A museum-quality Ludwigsburg porcelain figurine for collectors of European porcelain and curated interiors seeking an authentic 18th-century Rococo centerpiece.
Certificate of Authenticity
Accompanied by a Strana & Antic Certificate of Authenticity, confirming originality, period, materials, and provenance.
