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Dancing Harlequin

Manufacturer (German, founded 1710)
Modeler (German, 1715 - 1768)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
DateApril 1744
Mediumhard-paste porcelain, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall: 14.6 cm (5 3/4 in.)
MarkingsModel no. 454; marked with trace of underglaze blue swords and incised X
DescriptionMeissen figure of Harlequin modelled by Peter Reinicke. He is dancing with his right hand raised to his nose and his left hand holding a slapstick.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.923
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
German Porcelain
Status
Not on view
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