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Lot 239
  • 239

A Doccia figure of Harlequin, circa 1760-1770

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description

  • ceramic
  • 10 cm, 4in. high
wearing brightly coloured chequered attire and grasping his broad-brimmed hat, his other hand on his slapstick, on a cobbled base, large incised 4 or F mark (some restoration)

Provenance

With Luckacs-Donath, Rome, 1991

Condition

rim of hat and tip of slapstick restored
"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."

Catalogue Note

For a white example of this rare figure, see G. Morazzoni and S. Levy, op. cit., pl. 243d. For three figures from the same series, see M. Chilton, op. cit., cat.no. 136-138.