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Material: Finest hard-paste white porcelain, hand-painted and gilded.
Model: C 68 – designed by Michel Victor Acier, circa 1770-1777.
Markings: Underglaze cobalt blue crossed swords with a dot between the hilts (Pfeiffer period, 1924–1934).
Subject: Young girl in a gardener's dress, carrying a basket of flowers and a sickle.
Base: Circular neoclassical base with a gilded Greek key (meander) relief.
Condition: Pristine cabinet condition. No chips, cracks, or restorations. Delicate parts like fingers and flower petals are fully intact.
Artistry: Detailed polychrome floral painting on the garment, featuring vibrant colors and precise brushwork.
Historical context:
The C 68 model is one of the most iconic designs by Michel Victor Acier, who shaped Meissen's new aesthetic in the late 18th century. This particular piece dates to the Max Adolf Pfeiffer directorship (1924–1934). Pfeiffer was renowned for implementing rigorous quality standards and revitalizing the factory's legendary historical models. Figurines from this era are highly prized for their flawless blend of 18th-century Rococo elegance with the superior craftsmanship and technical precision of the early 20th century.