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Höchster Porzellan-Manufaktur, 1755
Step into the hunt with this exquisite 18th-century porcelain sculpture from Höchst, capturing a dynamic hunter and his loyal hounds in a moment of spirited pursuit. It's a prime example of the intricate figural work that made Höchst a celebrated name in European porcelain.
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This charming porcelain sculpture, "Hunter with Hounds," crafted by the Höchster Porzellan-Manufaktur around 1755, exemplifies the detailed figural work for which the Höchst factory was renowned. While Höchst is also known for its decorative plaques, cups, and elaborate coffee services, as seen in the collections of the Art Institute of Chicago and the Met, their figural groups like this one capture a lively moment in time. This piece, made of hard-paste porcelain, showcases the factory's mastery in creating intricate forms, a medium they frequently used for a variety of objects from punch bowls to krater vases. The meticulous modeling and careful attention to the hunter's attire and the dogs' dynamic poses reflect the Rococo aesthetic, which favored lighthearted, naturalistic themes. Such works were popular among the European aristocracy, who sought to adorn their homes with exquisite and often whimsical porcelain creations.
The hunter's detailed hunting horn and satchel
The hounds' alert expressions and taut muscles
The delicate, naturalistic rendering of the ground
Step into the hunt with this exquisite 18th-century porcelain sculpture from Höchst, capturing a dynamic hunter and his loyal hounds in a moment of spirited pu…
Germany's second-oldest porcelain maker, crafting delicate wares from 1746 with their iconic wheel trademark.
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