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Figure, Sportsman Toper, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1751
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Probably an early prototype, the largely open base showing an apparently unique structure described by Watney as ‘a favourite primitive buttressed by a strong overall cone-shape and further strengthened by a cut-out additional layer inside the base in the manner of pastry making.’ (Freeman Collection, Forward, 1982).
Toper is an old English word for a drunk.
Annulet Mark.
Prov: Taylor Coll, Albert Amor, John Hewett Coll.
- Creator:Bow Porcelain (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1751
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- Seller Location:Melbourne, AU
- Reference Number:Seller: 48441stDibs: LU315139878471
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