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Pair Italian Chinoiseries Porcelain Nodding Head Figures, Mottahedeh, Italy.

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Pair Italian Chinoiseries Porcelain Nodding Head Figures, Mottahedeh, Italy. A pair of Chinese export style nodding head figures of Mandarins from the collection of Mildrded and Rafi Mottahedeh, founders of the Mottahedeh company. Each male and female figure is dressed elegantly in sumptuous gilt decorated robes in peach with vermillion red overcoats. The removable nodding heads are fitted with metal weights to facilitate movement. The bases are stamped with the Mottahedeh mark, which stands for recognized leadership in luxury ceramic. Condition is very good. Measurements: Female - H 15.75” x W 5.5” x D 5.25” Male - H 15.25” x W 5” x D 5.25”
  • Creator:
    Mottahedeh (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinoiserie (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vero Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3915335333452

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