Galant group
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- Galant group
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- Alcora, c. 1775
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- Ceramics from Alcora
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- 24 x 20 x 16 cm
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- Porcelain
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- This work undoubtedly originates from the kilns of Alcora. An identical group is preserved in the Ceramics Museum of Barcelona. This gallant couple is inspired by an engraving by Martin Engelbrecht (1684–1756). These small groups or porcelain sculptures were created in response to the demand of the Spanish aristocracy, who favored chinoiserie and decorative objects to adorn cabinets, tables, and shelves in their palaces. The sculptural production at Alcora was initiated by Julián López, who took charge of this section of the factory around 1745. As artistic director, he introduced the rocaille style and became the leading exponent of Rococo in Alcora. In 1761, with the incorporation of the sculptor José Ochando Navarro, a former employee, the Rococo catalogue was significantly expanded, especially in sculpture. From 1768 onwards, the repertoire grew further with the introduction of “near-porcelain,” under the technical direction of the Saxon Juan C. Knipffer, including original works such as the Four Seasons, the Four Monarchies, and the Four Continents, along with a wide range of busts, statues, pedestals, figures, medals, and plates. The elegant and detailed Rococo modelling clearly reflects the hallmark of Master López at its peak.
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