Harlequin with a Pince-Nez
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
Modeler
Johann Joachim Kändler
(German, 1706 - 1775)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
Datec.1740-1746
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding
DimensionsOverall: 18.5 x 8 x 7.6 cm (7 5/16 x 3 1/8 x 3 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionMeissen figure of Harlequin with a lorgon modelled by Johann Joachim Kaendler. The moustachioed comedian is dancing, and is leering through the prince-nez spectacles held in his right hand. He is taking a pinch of snuff with his left hand from the oval box suspended at his waist.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.917
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
On view
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
January 1743
Object number: G83.1.919
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
August 1743
Object number: G83.1.920
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
August 1743
Object number: G83.1.921
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1725-30
Object number: G12.17.1a-b
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1725-30
Object number: G12.17.2a-b
