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Harlequin

Manufacturer (English, 1744 - 1776)
CultureEnglish
OriginStratford-le-Bow, London, England
PeriodGeorge II (1727-1760)
Datec.1750-1754; later decoration, c.1765
MediumSoft-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels
DimensionsOverall: 12.2 x 5.4 cm (4 13/16 x 2 1/8 in.) Outside Diameter: 4.8 cm (1 7/8 in.)
MarkingsRed anchor and dagger
DescriptionBow figure of Harlequin on square base, right hand holding hat on his head, left hand holding baton (slapstick).
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.855
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
English Porcelain
Status
On view
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