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The Captain
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The Captain

Manufacturer (German, founded 1763)
CultureGerman
OriginBerlin, Berlin, Germany
PeriodFrederick the Great (1740-1786)
Datec.1780
Mediumhard-paste porcelain.
DimensionsOverall: 9 x 4 x 4.5 cm (3 9/16 x 1 9/16 x 1 3/4 in.)
DescriptionBerlin figure from the Commedia dell'Arte probably representing the Captain, modelled as a pirate-like figure standing with tree-trunk support. In ferocious attitude with a long moustache, his right arm is raised and is holding a club. He is dressed in a pale brown and yellow striped costume, with his sword at his side.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.843
Classifications
European Ceramics
Sub-classification
German Porcelain
Status
Not on view
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