Meissen – sculptuur, messenslijper – 17 cm – Porselein, Glazuur

Lot: Antique Meissen Porcelain Figurine – Knife Grinder (Messerschleifer)A charming and detailed 20th-century Meissen porcelain figurine depicting a knife grinder (Messerschleifer) at work. The figure shows a craftsman in traditional 18th-century attire — wearing a large black hat, blue jacket, pink sleeves, and striped trousers — seated on a wooden bench while sharpening a blade on a large grindstone.Details:• Manufacturer: Meissen (Germany), with blue underglaze crossed swords mark on the base• Dimensions: Approx. 17 cm wide × 17 cm high• Condition: Good overall condition with no major damage visible (minor wear consistent with age)• Period: Mid-20th centuryThis popular Meissen model is a classic example of the manufactory’s figural work, capturing everyday tradesmen with fine hand-painted detail and vibrant polychrome glazes. Highly collectible and decorative.Perfect for collectors of Meissen porcelain, European ceramics, or antique figurines.