A GALLANT COUPLE

Bohemia, Dolní Chodov, Alois Peter Porges von Portheim 1845–1872 Figural stand in the form of a Rococo couple walking in front of a monument topped with a vase, serving as a holder for items like a pen. The low rectangular base imitates natural terrain. Porcelain, brightly painted, flesh tones, gilded details. H. 21 cm. Embossed mark „V. P. V“. Condition B/C. Several small chips (ribbons, hilt of the sword), partially loose overglaze painting in a few areas; manufacturing defect (crack) on the back side of the base.