Johann Joachim Kandler was a German sculptor who was instrumental in the development of Meissen porcelain during the 18th century. He was born in 1706 and began working at the Meissen porcelain factory in 1731 after an apprenticeship with Dresden.. He quickly rose through the ranks and became the chief sculptor at the factory, a position he held until his death in 1775.

He is best known for his exquisite figurines, which are characterized by their attention to detail and lifelike quality. He created a wide range of figurines, including animals, mythological creatures, and historical figures, as well as more whimsical designs such as children at play and musicians.

Kandler's designs were often inspired by the art and culture of other countries, including China and Japan. He incorporated elements of Chinese and Japanese design into his figurines, including intricate patterns and delicate details. He also drew inspiration from the more...

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A rare Meissen porcelain figure modelled by J.J.Kandler after…

Meissen Porcelain Figure: Rape of the Sabine Woman, c. 1750

A rare Meissen porcelain figure modelled by J.J.Kandler after Giambologna of the Rape of the Sabine Woman, German circa 1750, underglaze blue crossed swords mark. Provenance: Rhodes collection. Albert Amor Ltd London 03/07/2015 (3000 pounds). Robert Burke…

A fine Meissen figure, 'The Mason' by Johann Joachin Kandler,…

A fine Meissen figure, 'The Mason' by Johann Joachin Kandler, with his pug dog (minor chip restorations), height 24.5 cm

A Meissen Crinoline group of 'La Tasse de Chocolat', circa 1740,…

A Meissen Crinoline group of 'La Tasse de Chocolat', circa 1740, modelled by J. J. Kandler, the lady seated with a pug-dog on her lap on a chair with a high pierced back, a servant holding a tazza with a chocolate cup beside her and a tripod table on her…

A Meissen group of 'The Indiscreet Harlequin', circa 1742,…

A Meissen group of 'The Indiscreet Harlequin', circa 1742, armorial red wax seal to back of base, modelled by J.J. Kandler, with Columbine seated on Beltrame's lap in an amorous embrace, harlequin at their feet peeping up Columbine's skirt, on a shaped…

Two rare Meissen Common Starlings, model no. 973 & 974, after…

Rare Meissen Common Starlings by Kandler, 20th century, Provenance: Rayner

Two rare Meissen Common Starlings, model no. 973 & 974, after Johann Joachim Kandler, first quarter 20th century, each modelled realistically, one standing on a rock formation, the other with one wing raised and beak open on a rock formation, blue…

A Meissen style porcelain figural group, after Johann Joachim…

Meissen-style Porcelain Figural Group of Four Musicians

A Meissen style porcelain figural group, after Johann Joachim Kandler, first half 20th century, modelled as four musicians, each standing on a pedestal facing outward with their instrument in hand, raised on a circular base with moulded ribbon and garland…

A large late 19th century Meissen figure group after a 1730s…

Meissen Figure Group of Count Bruhl's Tailor Riding Goat

A large late 19th century Meissen figure group after a 1730s design by J.J. Kandler of Count Bruhl's Tailor, sitting astride a billy-goat, wearing a floral painted and gilded coat, his trade accoutrements about him, including an iron and scissors hanging…

Pair of 19th century Meissen models of Magpies, after Johann…

19th Century Meissen Magpie Models on Tree-Stump Bases

Pair of 19th century Meissen models of Magpies, after Johann Joachim Kandler, depicted perched to left and right, their tails raised and squawking, with black and white bodies and blue and green wing and tail feathers, on high tree-stump bases applied…

A large Meissen porcelain model, 'Count von Bruhl's Tailor',…

Meissen Porcelain 'Count von Bruhl's Tailor' Figure

A large Meissen porcelain model, 'Count von Bruhl's Tailor', after the original design by Johann Joachim Kandler, German, second half 19th century, modelled as a lively tableau depicting a bespectacled gentleman seated in an ungainly manner astride a goat…

Two Meissen groups: Turks riding an elephant & a rhinoceros,…

Meissen Turk Riding Elephant & Rhinoceros Groups

Two Meissen groups: Turks riding an elephant & a rhinoceros, late 19th century, after the 1750s models by J.J. Kandler and P.J. Reineke Turbaned figures in splendid jewelled jackets, floral coats and pantaloons seated upon tasselled cushions and bolsters…

Meissen late 19th century Magpie figure with blue crossed…

Meissen Magpie Figure by J.J. Kandler, 19th Century

Meissen late 19th century Magpie figure with blue crossed swords, incised 62, after the model by J.J. Kandler, right, the tail raised & squawking, with a black & white body, blue & green wing & tail feathers, on high tree-stump base applied with foliage,…

Meissen late 19th century Magpie figure with blue crossed…

Meissen Magpie Figure by Kändler, Late 19th Century

Meissen late 19th century Magpie figure with blue crossed swords, incised 62, after the model by J.J. Kändler, right, the tail raised & squawking, with a black & white body, blue & green wing & tail feathers, on high tree-stump base applied with foliage.…

A Meissen figure of a Bolognese seated terrier after a model by…

Meissen Bolognese Terrier Figure, 1770

A Meissen figure of a Bolognese seated terrier after a model by J.J. Kandler, blue crossed swords mark, circa 1770. 23.5 cm high. Provenance: The Barry Byrne Collection, Christie's Sydney, 15 & 16 July 1992, lot 553. Originally modeled by Kandler in 1740…

A Meissen figure of a Bolognese seated terrier scratching it's…

Meissen Bolognese Terrier Figure by Kandler, 1750

A Meissen figure of a Bolognese seated terrier scratching it's chin, after a model by J.J. Kandler, blue crossed swords mark, circa 1750. 20 cm high. Provenance: The Barry Byrne Collection, Christie's Sydney, 15 & 16 July 1992, lot 551. Originally modeled…

Meissen 19th century 'The Capture of the Tritons' figure group…

"The Capture of the Tritons" Figure Group

Meissen 19th century 'The Capture of the Tritons' figure group modelled by J.J. Kandler, formed as Venus & her attendant kneeling on a rock, hauling a fishing net in which a protesting young triton has been caught among a catch of fish, Cupid to the side…

Two Meissen figures. One emblematic of touch, late 19th century,…

Pair of Meissen Figures: Touch and Summer

Two Meissen figures. One emblematic of touch, late 19th century, with a blue crossed swords mark, incised model no. 1136, after the model by J.J. Kändler Meissen statuettes, the other emblematic of Summer. Incised '688' and impressed. 29 cm high