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Upload Date
3-25-2025
Department
Classics
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This delicate figurine depicts a man and woman seated together, with the woman gently holding a flower. The piece reflects the elegance and intricate craftsmanship of Sitzendorf porcelain, showcasing fine details in the clothing, poses, and the serene expressions of the figures. Sitzendorf is a German porcelain factory known for its ornate and colorful Dresden style figurines. The soft, hand-painted colors and graceful composition highlight the timeless beauty of this handcrafted collectible and invite the viewer into the earthy landscape, with the rose acting almost as if it’s being handed over. The creation of these figurines involves a meticulous process: a clay sketch is first made, then reproduced in plaster to form a mold, which is used to cast the porcelain parts that are carefully joined together to create the final piece. The holes depicted are likely a result of this molding process. This intricate process ensures that each figurine reflects the same level of detail and artistry that defines Sitzendorf’s renowned porcelain.
Camera Settings: Aperture
f/13
Camera Settings: Shutter Speed
1/40
Camera Settings: ISO
100
Lighting
Overhead and filler on full
Photoshop Adjustments
Raised exposure
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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License
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