Loading
Figurine of a nobleman in Polish costume
Johann Joachim Kändler1750/1760
The Polish Museum in Rapperswil
Rapperswil, Switzerland
A figurine of a nobleman in Polish costume, with a flowery zupan (long inner robe), kontusz (outer robe), a kontusz sash around his waist, and sabre at his side.
The figurines in Polish costumes were produced in Meissen since 1740s, and reflected the interest in the culture and traditions of the Polish Commonwealth. They were an element of table decoration.
Show lessRead more
Details
- Title: Figurine of a nobleman in Polish costume
- Creator: Johann Joachim Kaendler (1706-1775), Koenigliche Porcellain Fabrique, Meissen (1710-1763)
- Date Created: 1750/1760
- Location Created: Meissen
- Physical Dimensions: 15 cm
- Type: Ceramics
- Medium: porcelain, overglaze paint, firing, gilding
Get the app
Explore museums and play with Art Transfer, Pocket Galleries, Art Selfie, and more
You are all set!
Your first Culture Weekly will arrive this week.