Harlequin with Bagpipes and Columbine with Mandolin
Manufacturer
Longton Hall Porcelain Factory
(English, 1749 - 1760)
CultureEnglish
OriginLongton, Staffordshire, England
Datec.1754-1757
MediumSoft-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels
DimensionsOverall (G83.1.897.1-2): 13 x 7.9 x 7 cm (5 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 2 3/4 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionA pair of Longton Hall figures of Harlequin and Columbine, after the Meissen models by J. J. Kandler. He has a pink conical hat white ruff, green waistcoat, and the reverse is painted with flowers. His sleeves are yellow and pink stripes with chequered breeches and he is playing the bagpipes. Columbine is wearing a pink hat, green striped bodice, yellow apron and her dress has flowers and playing cards on it. She is playing the mandolin. Both are seated on rockwork supports and circular pad bases.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.897.1-2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainCollections
Status
On view
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