Dottore
Manufacturer
Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1747)
Modeler
Franz Anton Bustelli
(active 1754 - 1763)
CultureGerman
OriginMunich, Bavaria, Germany
Datec.1760
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding
DimensionsOverall: 19.7 x 8.3 cm (7 3/4 x 3 1/4 in.)
MarkingsImpressed shield. Incised 2. Three dots in puce enamel
DescriptionA Nymphenburg Commedia dell'Arte figure of Il Dottore, modelled by Franz Anton Bustelli. He is in pensive mood and holding his right hand to his forehead. He is wearing a black hat, cloak and breeches, with an iron-red coat with gilt baubles to his ruff and gilt buttons and yellow shoes. He is standing on a white and gold rococo base.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.956
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
On view
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