The Indiscreet Harlequin
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
Modeler
Johann Joachim Kändler
(German, 1706 - 1775)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
Dateca.1742; decorated after 1760 but before 1802
MediumHard-paste porcelain with overglaze enamels, gilding
DimensionsOverall: 15.2 x 15.9 cm (6 x 6 1/4 in.)
MarkingsTrace of crossed swords in underglaze blue
Model no. 344
DescriptionA Meissen group of the Indiscreet Harlequin modelled by J. J. Kandler. Beltrame embracing Columbine with Harlequin crouching at their feet, lifting her skirt with his left hand. He is wearing a turquoise hat, iron-red jacket with gilt scrolling flowering foliage, and black breeched. Columbine is in yellow cap, green bodice etched in gilding, grey skirt with blackened gilt flowers. Harlequin is in a chequered tunic with a green and yellow jacket. They are on a shaped circular flower-encrusted base.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.913
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainStatus
On view
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