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The Lovers

c. 1740
(German, est. c. 1710)
(German, 1696–1749)
Germany, Meissen, 18th century
porcelain with enamel decoration
Overall: 15.3 x 15.3 cm (6 x 6 in.)
Gift of Judge Irwin Untermyer 1950.79
Location: 216A French and German
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Description

Though closely related to the style of modeling developed at Meissen by Kaendler, this group was executed by his chief assistant, Eberlein. The intense colors of the figural decorations are characteristic of Meissen production before about 1750.
The Lovers

The Lovers

c. 1740

Meissen Porcelain Factory, Johann Friedrich Eberlein

(German, est. c. 1710), (German, 1696–1749)
Germany, Meissen, 18th century

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