Lot 533
  • 533

A rare Continental faïence-fine figure of Harlequin 18th / early 19th century

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • PORCELAIN
  • height 8 in.
  • 20.3 cm
modelled standing before a tree stump on a canted square base; wearing a mask and a patterned suit with his right arm raised.

Condition

His right arm broken off and restored back on. Hand a restored replacement. Nose chipped. A few minor glaze flakes (some retouched) overall.
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