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Anselmo

Manufacturer (German, founded 1747)
Modeler (active 1754 - 1763)
CultureGerman
OriginMunich, Bavaria, Germany
Datec.1760
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding
DimensionsOverall: 18.1 x 8.6 cm (7 1/8 x 3 3/8 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionA Nymphenburger figure of Anselmo from the Commedia dell'Arte modelled by Franz Anton Bustelli standing listening to Lucinda. He is in a black and grey cloak, waistcoat and breeches, and his right hand leaning on his cane.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.957
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
German Porcelain
Status
On view
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