Spanish Porcelain Appraisal

Porcelain Figure of an Eighteenth-Century Artist (Possibly Lladró 'The Painter')

This is a detailed porcelain figure depicting a male artist from what appears to be the 18th century, likely from the Rococo or Neoclassical period based on his attire. The figure is made of glazed porcelain, characterized by its smooth, somewhat translucent finish. The artist is shown standing with his left leg resting on a small, dark wooden stool, suggesting a moment of pause or contemplation during his work. He is dressed in period-appropriate clothing: a crisp white ruffled shirt with voluminous sleeves, a dark brown waistcoat with numerous small buttons, and dark breeches with white stockings. His hair is styled in a powdered wig, typical of the era. In his right hand, he holds an artist's palette, detailed with various dabs of vibrant paints in red, blue, yellow, and brown, indicating its use. His left arm is draped with a light blue or grey fabric, possibly a smock or a piece of cloth used for wiping brushes. To his left, on the ground, rests a small, dark grey top hat. The figure stands on an oval, light grey base. The color palette is relatively muted, utilizing earthy tones for the clothing and skin, with brighter accents for the paints on the palette. The craftsmanship appears to be high, with fine details in the facial features, clothing folds, and accessories, indicating a quality porcelain manufacturer. There are no visible chips, cracks, or repairs in the provided images, suggesting it is in good condition with a consistent glaze.