“Favored Scholar" Reed & Barton Rogers Group Parian bisque 1873 Smithsonian

Description: Titled, “The Favored Scholar”, this is an engaging white bisque group by Reed & Barton. It presents a teacher instructing with his favorite student while a mischievous boy looks on. The intricate detail on the Parian piece is amazing. Even has kid’s graffiti on the teacher’s podium. Navy blue hallmark underneath “Rogers Group by Reed & Barton ~ Porcelain Bisque”. No indication of country of manufacture.This piece is a recreation of a piece by John Rogers held by the Smithsonian American Art Museum. There were only 750 units made of this piece. John Rogers, patented the piece in 1873 when it was cast and painted in plaster. More information about the Rogers series by Reed and Barton follows this description.Dimensions: 8" Tall x 6” Wide x x” Deep. Condition: Excellent giftable condition. No crazing or discoloration. No chips, flakes, breaks, mends, repairs, cracks, hairlines, blemishes, or mentionable boo-boo's. No signs of previous repair or restoration. Unpacked weight: 2 Lbs. 8.2 oz. Always happy to pass through discounts on combined shipping. I only charge actual postage, and always use recycled packing materials. Note some photos appear redundant because I take photos from all possible angles. On symmetrical items, these photos may appear redundant when there are no distinguishing differences or condition issues between side views. I gladly accept returns, but please note I do not pay return postage unless there was a significant error in my description. The item listed is being sold as is, as pictured and as described to the best of my knowledge. All dimensions and weights approximate. If you have a question or an assumption on an item prior to purchase, please ask. I much prefer to take the time on the front end to make sure you will be satisfied with your purchase. Remember, when buying vintage expect imperfections as these items have a history and have been in the possession of others. I try to list EVERY flaw which would be commented on something in an antique or vintage condition – this does not mean all imperfections resulting from normal wear & use require comment. My goal is to have no rude surprises upon receipt. Background on Reed & Barton's Reproduction of John Rogers Groups:In 1976, Reed & Barton, the internationally known silversmiths located in Taunton, Massachusetts, worked with some of the country’s leading authorities on Rogers Groups and re-created, in miniature, six of the original groups in porcelain bisque, or parian. According to the literature accompanying each of the figures, "the creation of Reed & Barton’s series of six Rogers Groups was a story in itself, one covering nearly three years and three continents before all exacting standards of quality and craftmanship were met. Reed & Barton’s Rogers Groups porcelains were individually hand-fired, hand-assembled and hand-finished by top porcelain artisans. Approximately one-third the size of Rogers’ original statuary, the Reed & Barton porcelains are exact copies, authentic in every minute detail, including the lettering." Reed & Barton noted they were particularly indebted to the sculptor’s namesake and great-grandson, John Rogers, for his invaluable assistance and cooperation during the design and manufacturing process. Reed & Barton selected the following six groups for the first edition of Rogers Groups: Neighboring Pews, Checkers Up at the Farm, Coming to the Parson, Weighing the Baby, School Days and The Favored Scholar. Each group was between 7 ¾" and 8" high. Although Reed & Barton represented that these were the first six in a series, no further groups were forthcoming. There were 750 examples made of each of the six pieces.

Price: 89.5 USD

Location: Dallas, Texas

End Time: 2024-10-25T18:26:30.000Z

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