• Antique Meissen Porcelain Cherub Putti Figurine Cupid Pair 2990 Marked Base For Sale

authentic antique Meissen hard-paste porcelain figural group depicting a charming pair of lively cherubs (putti/cupids). Originally modeled by the legendary master sculptor Johann Joachim Kaendler, this classic 18th-century design captures two playful allegorical angels on a naturalistic base adorned with applied hand-molded flowers and an elegant gilt-accented trim line.The figures are beautifully hand-painted with exquisite detail, showcasing delicate facial features, finely blushed cheeks, soft hair coloration, and vibrant drapery in seafoam green and soft mauve-pink.Markings:
Features the authentic underglaze cobalt blue Meissen crossed swords mark painted directly onto the back edge of the base rim—a specialized placement historically utilized on particular sculptural groups to avoid obscuring details on the hollow underside. The flat bottom of the base is unglazed and smooth with no additional incised numbers.Dimensions:

• Height: 4.75 inches
• Base Dimensions: 3.25 inches x 1.75 inches

Condition Report:
This antique figurine is in excellent overall condition, especially given its age and the fragility of delicate antique porcelain parts.

• Porcelain & Glaze: Brilliant glaze with beautiful depth. The porcelain body is stable with no structural cracks or major repairs.