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Antique 18th Century Bow English Porcelain Figure of a Flute Player

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An antique English porcelain figurine. By Bow. In the form of a boy clothed in 18th century garb and holding a flute. We've noted losses to his flute, hands, hat, sleeves, and the flowers at his feet, as well as repairs to the neck and head. Simply a wonderful rare 18th Century English porcelain figurine! Date: 18th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall fair, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: There are losses to his flute, hands, hat, sleeves, and the flowers at his feet, as well as repairs to the neck and head. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Bow Marks: Unmarked Measurements: Height: ca. 5 3/4 in. Width: ca. 3 in. Depth: ca. 2 1/3 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 2.33 in (5.92 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. There are losses to his flute, hands, hat, sleeves, and the flowers at his feet, as well as repairs to the neck and head. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 8122022124008DSAINVBRX221stDibs: LU1610230139842

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