Chinese Musician Figurine #2

This is a figurine of a musician playing the serpent made by Nymphenburg in the late 20th century. Lavish parties of the Rococo high society were often accompanied by the commanding bass tone of the serpent. The figure comes from a series of 17 or 18 figurines I think - this being one of the harder to find pieces especially in perfect condition. Originally it was off course modelled by Bustelli in the 18th century. This is the blanc de chine version but this also comes in a painted version though one rarely ever sees it. I own a few other pieces from this series as well and they are probably my favorite figures besides the commedia dell'Arte off course. The figure has the monk looking young gentleman dressed in a flowing top and pants with a bow in the front blowing into the instrument while holding it with his right hand and under his left arm. He is standing on a typical base. A really fun piece that is stunning and elegant looking. This piece is amazingly modeled and one can see why Bustelli is still considered the greatest modeler of all time. The figurine is 5.625 inches tall, 2.75 inches wide and 2.125 inches deep. It is in perfect condition! The figurine is marked with the impressed shield mark to the top side of the base and underneath as well as the impressed numbers 490 and an incised 35. Please email me for more information or other pictures.