Harlequin
Manufacturer
Fulda Porcelain Factory
(German, 1764 - 1789)
CultureGerman
OriginFulda, Hesse, Germany
Datec.1765
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding
DimensionsOverall: 15.9 x 7.6 cm (6 1/4 x 3 in.)
MarkingsIncised ZB
DescriptionFigure of a Harlequin in the white, shown standing with his left arm raised to his large hat and holding a baton (missing) in his right hand. He is wearing a check patterned suit and leaning against a tree-trunk support. The mound base is moulded with moulded scrolls.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.878
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainCollections
Status
On view
Artist / Maker: Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory
1977
Object number: G97.7.2
Artist / Maker: Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory
c.1760-1765
Object number: G83.1.863
Artist / Maker: Höchst Porcelain Factory
c.1750-1755
Object number: G83.1.885
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1729-1731
Object number: G83.1.624
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
January 1743
Object number: G83.1.919
