Nello stile di Friedrich Elias Meyer per KPM - Figure - Coppia di Grandi Sculture in Porcellana Policroma - Stile Chinoiserie "Malabar e Dama" - Altezza 40 (2) - Porcelain

Pair of Large Polychrome Porcelain Sculptures - Chinoiserie Style “Malabar and Lady” - Over 40 cm Tall - 20th Century (or Earlier?)

Up for auction is a fascinating and majestic pair of large figures in fine porcelain, delicately hand-painted and embellished with details in pure gold, depicting a cymbal player (inspired by the famous “Malabar” model) and a noble Oriental lady.

The sculptures immediately stand out for their monumental size, measuring well over 40 cm in height—a rare and visually striking size compared with the more common display-case miniatures. The quality of the ceramic workmanship is exceptional: the flowing modeled drapery, the expressive faces, and the meticulous application of “indienne” floral patterns on the fabrics attest to the work of a very high-level art atelier.

The models faithfully replicate the celebrated 18th-century masterpieces designed by Friedrich Elias Meyer for the prestigious KPM manufactory in Berlin. However, the bases of both figures are completely devoid of any visible marks or initials. While this suggests a superb European production from the late 19th century or the first half of the 20th century (Rococo Revival period), the outstanding quality of the porcelain body, the delicate color palette, and the fineness of the porcelain leave room for doubt. They may have come from an excellent but anonymous manufactory, may be exhibition pieces, or may be an elite production intended for export. An enigmatic piece that deserves closer study and is sure to enhance a discerning collection or a prestigious interior.

The sculptures are in excellent overall visual condition, with minimal, normal signs of age consistent with their period (also as they were inherited as family heirlooms and have always been kept in a display cabinet). Any small details or microscopic imperfections merely confirm their authenticity and entirely hand-crafted workmanship. (Please examine the high-resolution photo gallery carefully, as it forms an integral part of the description.) The figures measure approximately 42 x 20 x 13 cm on average.

Given the extremely fragile nature and value of the pieces, they will be packed with the utmost care; the sculptures will be individually wrapped in layers of bubble wrap and other suitable materials and placed in a rigid box of ample size to ensure complete protection during transit. Shipping will be exclusively via international express courier (DHL / UPS / FedEx), will be fully trackable using the tracking number provided upon dispatch, and will be fully insured for the entire hammer price, providing complete protection for the buyer.