This rare antique porcelain figurine, created by Christian Nonne in Geisshübel, Bavaria, during the 19th century, depicts a nobleman in elegant Rococo attire. The finely detailed figure portrays a young man standing in a refined pose, holding his hat in one hand. The figurine is set on a decorative base with Rococo-style scrollwork and gold accents.
The figurine’s hand-painted floral decorations on the coat and trousers, gold patterns outlining the buttons and trim, and gold shoe buckles exemplify Christian Nonne’s meticulous craftsmanship and enhance its value.
Historical background:
Christian Nonne (1731–1813), known as one of Germany's finest porcelain artists, was born in Switzerland and later worked in prominent German porcelain manufactories, including Volkstedt. After managing factories in Ilmenau and Klášterec, Nonne established his own manufactory in Geisshübel in 1803. His works, including figurines, vases, and tableware, are known for their artistic excellence and remain highly sought after by collectors today.
Dimensions:
Height: 31 cm
Width: 13 cm
Depth: 10 cm
Weight: 730 grams
Condition:
Traces of additional paint near the base, close to the left foot.
Small painted chip on the back corner of the base, barely visible.
Otherwise, the figurine is in excellent condition, with well-preserved colours, enamel, and gilding.
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