Figure
Meissen Porcelain Factory
Category
Ceramics
Date
circa 1880
Materials
Porcelain decorated in paint, on marble base
Place of origin
Meissen
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Croome Park, Worcestershire
NT 171173
Summary
A late Meissen large standing figure of ‘La Choclatière wearing a mob cap, green floral bodice and blue and pink apron with floral skirt, holding a tray with a miniature cup and saucer, on a square marbled base, blue crossed swords mark, circa 1880.
Provenance
Made in Germany at the Meissen Porcelain Factory circa 1880. Loaned to The National Trust by The Croome Heritage Trust in December 2007.
Marks and inscriptions
Base: Blue crossed swords mark
Makers and roles
Meissen Porcelain Factory, porcelain manufacturer