Saluting Harlequin
Manufacturer
Bow Porcelain Works
(English, 1744 - 1776)
CultureEnglish
OriginStratford-le-Bow, London, England
Datec.1755
MediumSoft-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels; gold mounts
DimensionsOverall: 7.6 x 4.1 cm (3 x 1 5/8 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionBow Harlequin Scent Bottle, with Harlequin masked standing before a fountain. He is dressed in red, blue, yellow and green geometric coat and trousers, holding his buff hat with his right hand and a slapstick in his left, with his left leg extended. On a plain base painted with flower sprays, with gold mount and stopper.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.1029
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
On view
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