Porcelain figurines have a particular appeal to the Western collector. They represent the special contribution of his own culture to this art. The figurines made at centers such as Meissen, Sevres and Chelsea have a colourful and lively character. The range of figurines produced is from Chinese deities to farmyard animals and pets; from figures of statesmen to sprightly characters from the theater and sentimental milkmaids. The would-be collector with a bottomless purse has an enviable variety of choices., ISBN13:9780307431172 ISBN10:0307431177 Material Type:hardcover