Monkey Orchestra Clarinettist

The "Clarinetist," crafted from Meissen porcelain, is part of the renowned "Monkey Band," a collection of hand-painted figurines by Johann Joachim Kaendler. With subtle wit, Kaendler playfully held up a mirror to 18th-century courtly society-the monkey, a highly fashionable motif at the time, serving as his expressive symbol.

Wearing a white powdered wig and an elegant coat, the "Clarinetist" embodies the distinctive blend of satirical sophistication and masterful modeling. Like all 21 figures in the series, he is meticulously handcrafted from the finest Meissen porcelain and carefully painted by hand with remarkable attention to detail.

Each piece in the "Monkey Band" reflects centuries of porcelain-making tradition and showcases the exceptional artistry of Johann Joachim Kaendler-qualities that remain inseparably linked with the name MEISSEN to this day.