Harlequin with Bagpipes
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
Modeler
Johann Joachim Kändler
(German, 1706 - 1775)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
Datec.1745-1750
Mediumhard-paste porcelain, enamel and gold.
DimensionsOverall: 13 x 6.6 x 5.5 cm (5 1/8 x 2 5/8 x 2 3/16 in.)
MarkingsCrossed swords in underglaze blue on rear
DescriptionMeissen figure of Harlequin playing the bagpipes modelled by J. J. Kaendler. He is seated on a rocky base with legs slightly crossed, holding under his left arm a bagpipe with both hands grasping gently the chanter, his head turning towards the mouthpiece. He is wearing a round yellow hat, brim up, ruffled collar and shirt. His jacket is soft pink, purple and green, with the sleeves in multi-triangular design and playing cards decoration, and pantaloons and yellow buckled shoes. He stands on a round base with applied flowers and leaves.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.936
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainCollections
Status
Not on view
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