{"product_id":"rare-monumental-vion-baury-french-bisque-porcelain-figures-60-cm-rococo-revival-pastoral-scene-c-1870","title":"Rare monumental Vion \u0026 Baury French bisque porcelain figures 60 cm, Rococo Revival pastoral scene c.1870","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis impressive pair of 19th-century French bisque porcelain figures was made by the prestigious Vion \u0026amp; Baury manufactory in Paris around 1870. Modelled in fine detail and finished with naturalistic pastel enamelling, the figures depict a romantic pastoral scene of a young shepherd boy and girl with their animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eStanding 57 cm and 59 cm tall respectively, these large-scale figures are true statement pieces. Ideal for period interiors, grand salons, or as centrepieces in a refined decorative collection, they reflect the technical and artistic excellence for which Vion \u0026amp; Baury became known.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe boy is shown cradling a kid goat while interacting affectionately with two others at his feet. He wears a pale blue waistcoat, an ivory shirt, and striped breeches. The girl carries a hat and an apron overflowing with flowers, while a lamb gazes up at her side. She also holds a bird’s nest filled with chicks in her left arm. Their gentle expressions and fluid poses showcase the skilled sculptural work typical of the factory’s best production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eExecuted in matte bisque porcelain with delicate pastel tones—sky blue, soft pink, lilac, fresh green, creamy white, and accents of rose and yellow—the figures rest on Rococo-style scrollwork bases, decorated with floral garlands and gilded detailing. The velvet-like finish of the bisque enhances the softness and romanticism of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eBoth figures bear the raised blue 'VB' pad mark to the underside, authenticating their origin with Vion \u0026amp; Baury.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHeight (boy): 57 cm \/ 22.4″\u003cbr\u003eBase (boy): 27 × 27 cm \/ 10.6″ × 10.6″\u003cbr\u003eWeight (boy): 6850 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eHeight (girl): 59 cm \/ 23.2″\u003cbr\u003eBase (girl): 27 × 27 cm \/ 10.6″ × 10.6″\u003cbr\u003eWeight (girl): 7100 g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBoth figures are in very good antique condition with minor signs of age. Crisp modelling and vibrant colours are well-preserved throughout. The shepherdess has a broken flower on her shoulder, small losses to the sheaves of wheat, and a stabilised crack across the base reinforced with adhesive, barely visible externally. A small bird that originally perched on her shoulder is now missing. Minor firing cracks, typical of 19th-century porcelain, are present. The shepherd figure shows a small stabilised crack at the base and minor firing imperfections. These age-related details do not detract from the beauty, scale, or presentation of the pair.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rita's Bazaar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54035826311501,"sku":"B1217","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/4191\/4957\/files\/a_28224_29_837391d4-b8a7-4be4-b938-e4961b285113.webp?v=1780946654","url":"https:\/\/ritasbazaar.co.uk\/products\/rare-monumental-vion-baury-french-bisque-porcelain-figures-60-cm-rococo-revival-pastoral-scene-c-1870","provider":"Rita’s Bazaar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}