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Figure Columbine with her Hurdy Gurdy, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1756
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From the Commedia dell’arte, shown seated on a tree stump and playing her favourite instrument. Probably after Kandler, who described the model as a Tyrolean maiden playing a lyre.
Prov: Taylor Collection; The Connoisseurs’ Store 1961.
Prov: Taylor Collection; Stockspring Antiques 1998; . Elizabeth D. and Max Hess Jr, Collection, Pennsylvania.
- Creator:Bow Porcelain (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 4.4 in (11.18 cm)Diameter: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Rococo (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Porcelain,Molded
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1756
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Melbourne, AU
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