A Meissen figure of Pantalone from the Weissenfels series, modelled by Peter Reinicke and J.J. Kändler, circa 1744

standing in typical pose, wearing a sweeping black robe and red costume, a dagger at his waist, underglaze blue crossed swords mark (small damages)

Christie's London, 22 June 1992, lot 214

damage to tip of fingers.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

This model is recorded in Reinicke's archives in March 1744 "I Pandelon in Thon reparirt" (1 clay Pandelon repaired). As Kändler mentions Pantalone in the  same month, it may be that he started working on this model and then handed it over Reinicke, later correcting it again. For similar models, see R. Jansen, op. cit., fig. 42 and B. Abraham, op. cit., p. 64.

A Venetian merchant, the elderly and vain Pantalone was portrayed as a jealous cuckold or as an elderly father with a deceitful daughter whom he wished to marry off to his financial advantage. He was duped and ridiculed by his servants and family.