This charming porcelain figurine depicts two 18th-century musicians, a gentleman playing a violin and a lady playing a mandolin, seated on ornate chairs atop a decorative ormolu-style base. The figures exhibit fine detailing in their period attire, with the gentleman in a white, gold-trimmed coat and breeches, and the lady in a white and pink ruffled gown. The base features an openwork, floral design and houses a musical mechanism. The overall style is reminiscent of Dresden or Meissen porcelain works, characterized by their Rococo aesthetic and romantic themes. The item appears to be an older, possibly mid-20th century, decorative musical box. The figures are made of hand-painted porcelain, and the base is a gilded metal, likely brass or bronze alloy. The music box mechanism is wound from the underside and plays a melody.

Dimensions:
Height - 8"
Width - 9"
Depth - 6"
Weight - 3 lbs

Condition:
Good: The porcelain figures are intact with no visible chips or cracks. Some minor wear to the gilt decoration on the figures and the metal base. The musical mechanism appears to be in working order, as indicated by the winding key on the bottom. The metal base shows some patina and discoloration consistent with age.

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• Low Estimate: 150.00
• High Estimate: 300.00