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Figure Columbine with her Hurdy Gurdy, Bow Porcelain Factory, circa 1756

$5,000
£3,809.24
€4,392.20
CA$6,997.40
A$7,818.43
CHF 4,089.90
MX$95,878.98
NOK 52,261.21
SEK 49,557.48
DKK 32,781.36
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About the Item

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
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1756
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Melbourne, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 51541stDibs: LU3151317981652

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