Lot 196
  • 196

A Meissen figure of Harlequin circa 1745

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue
  • 13.2cm. high; 5¼in.
modelled by J.J. Kändler, later decorated, standing by a tree stump holding his hands at the back, wearing a black hat, with gilt-edged waistcoat with playing cards on a yellow ground quartered with a colourful lozenge pattern, his trousers similarly chequered, a tool-bag hanging from the belt, black shoes with gilt buckles, on a rock work base applied with a single leaf

Condition

Tiny chips to flowers.
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