Figure of a boxer, model from the Danish factory Royal Copenhagen

Hand-painted, polychrome porcelain figurine of a brindle boxer, model by Danish manufacturer Royal Copenhagen, designed by Holger Christensen and marked with number 3634. The brindle boxer with a white chest is in good condition, with a reconstruction of the rear leg. The mark at the bottom traces the sculpture back to production from 1968.

Danish artistic production is characterized by the technique of preliminary glazing, known as underglaze, applying glaze before firing, not after, thus skipping the second firing stage at 1400°C. In this specific application, this glazing technique involves layering successive light coats, very similar to watercolor painting. The color then takes on delicate shades and specific patterns.

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Empire-style furniture and accessories date from the late 18th to early 19th century. Everything was influenced by Napoleon’s reign, which imposed a significant resemblance and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture, associated with Louis XVI style, also strongly references ancient architecture. Noteworthy are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, derived from the Portuguese word 'barocco'—meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly decorative pieces meant to radiate splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Unique materials were selectively used to emphasize the grandeur of these items.

Today, we can observe how much the Baroque style influenced modern classical furniture, which is designed with a strong resemblance to the historical period. The Renaissance style, flourishing in the 15th and 16th centuries, also left a significant mark on furniture design. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and robust, using brown stains, moldings, strong bases, and bas-reliefs. These products were quite distinctive but also opened new possibilities, such as the construction of cabinets and broadly speaking, chest furniture. Mythology and ancient themes were also of interest, with supports and legs often taking animal forms.

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