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A pair of nineteenth century French nodding Pagoda figures

$6,643.55per set
£4,850per set
€5,715.42per set
CA$9,128.60per set
A$10,216.62per set
CHF 5,332.29per set
MX$124,590.15per set
NOK 68,246.09per set
SEK 64,603.66per set
DKK 42,653.42per set
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About the Item

A pair of nineteenth century French nodding Pagoda figures depicting an oriental man and woman in traditional dress. The Pagoda figures are in porcelain and have an eighteenth century Meissen Marcolini mark but are actually a nineteenth replica made by the famous Samson factory. The head moves backwards and forwards, hence the name “Nodders” and when the head moves, the tongue comes out and the hands move. Adorned with Beautiful bright colours. France circa 1850-60
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.03 in (28 cm)Width: 11.03 in (28 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Porcelain,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Very minor restorations which have been professionally done to three fingers. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2961341376842

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