Encased under a protective glass dome, this intimate porcelain tableau depicts the iconic scene from Beauty and the Beast, likely inspired by 18th-century literary adaptations such as Madame Leprince de Beaumont’s 1756 version of the tale. A young woman, portrayed with delicate modeling and expressive gesture, leans forward with gentle curiosity toward the Beast, who is rendered in a softened, almost sorrowful posture.
 
The piece’s composition and stylization reflect the influence of Rococo porcelain groups popularized by the Meissen and Sèvres manufactories, noted for their romantic storytelling, theatricality, and technical finesse. The figures rest upon a finely sculpted porcelain base resembling draped fabric, adding a sense of movement and intimacy to the scene.
 
Dimensions: 12.75" High, 12.25" Width