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19th Century French Chinoiserie Terracotta Figural Group on Giltwood Base – c. 1870

19th Century French Chinoiserie Terracotta Figural Group on Giltwood Base – c. 1870

This exquisite 19th-century Chinoiserie sculpture captures a romanticized vision of rural life through a finely modeled terracotta figural group, richly detailed and full of narrative charm. Two elegantly robed women—one seated on a tassel-trimmed carpet, the other standing with blossoms in hand—gracefully observe a young boy playing with roosters, embodying the European fascination with Eastern motifs.

The composition is both dynamic and serene, set atop a hand-carved, 22k gold gilded oval base that elevates the work as a statement of refined taste. This piece is ideal for collectors of antique French Chinoiserie, offering a unique blend of sculptural artistry, historical whimsy, and decorative sophistication.

Sculpture itself: 18"H x 19"W x 10"D

Dimensions 20in. Height x 20in. Width x 12in. Depth
Materials Terracotta, giltwood
Place of Origin 1870's
Period France
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