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Figure of a miner

Manufacturer (German, founded 1710)
Modeler (German, 1706 - 1775)
Modeler (German, 1715 - 1768)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
PeriodAugustus III (1733-1763)
Datec.1750
Mediumhard-paste porcelain, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall: 20 x 7.7 x 9.1 cm (7 7/8 x 3 1/16 x 3 9/16 in.)
MarkingsCrossed swords in underglaze blue
DescriptionA Meissen figure of a miner (Bergmann) modelled by J.J. Kaendler and P. Reinicke, standing in black, white and gold uniform holding an axe over his right shoulder. He is on a mound base with flowers.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.672
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
German Porcelain
Status
Not on view
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