Giangurgolo
Manufacturer
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
(German, founded 1710)
Modeler
Peter Reinicke
(German, 1715 - 1768)
CultureGerman
OriginMeissen, Dresden, Germany
DateAugust 1744
Mediumhard-paste porcelain, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall: 14.2 x 6.6 cm (5 9/16 x 2 5/8 in.)
MarkingsModel no. 1163; marked with crossed swords in underglaze blue at rear
DescriptionA Meissen figure of Giangogulo wearing a pointed pale-pink hat, black mask, puce cloak, green jacket and yellow breeches. His sword is held in a puce and gilt sash, and the tree-stump mound base is applied with flowers.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.926
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
German PorcelainCollections
Status
Not on view
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
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