Description: Set of 3 Vintage Meissen Style Porcelain Commedia dell'arte Harlequin 11" Figurines Add a touch of comedic whimsy to your collection with these three vintage Meissen-style reproduction porcelain figurines. Hand painted in enamels and gold gilt, these Harlequins of the commedia dell'arte figurines depict Harlequin, the beloved character from the Italian Commedia dell'arte tradition. Commedia dell'Arte, or 'artistic comedy' was the popular improvised type of comedy which flourished in Italy from the 16th to the 18th centuries and had an impact on theatre throughout Europe, especially France. Commedia plays were acted along pre-arranged scenarios but relied on the performers' ability for improvisation and ensured their popularity with a mixture of knockabout comedy, acrobatic leaping and romantic interest. In the 1740s the Meissen modeller J. J. Kaendler devised a wide range of porcelain figures for table decoration. These figures, while much more modern reproductions (1980s), with their histrionic gestures, exaggerated facial expressions and poses capture the spirit of Kaendler's dynamic sculptures. Set is in EXCELLENT CONDITION ~ No nicks, chips, cracks, flea bites, or damage. Each piece depicts Harlequin half sitting on a stump, in a diffent pose/scenario. These include Harlequin with a dog in his arms, pulling it's tail, Harlequin in a dancing or marching position with a gold marotte (fool's scepter) in his hand, and Harlequin holding a sausage raised to his mouth in one hand, and a gold marotte in the other. The 2 figures with Harlequin holding the marotte are about 11" tall. The one where he is holding the dog is a bit shorter, at about 10 1/4" tall. These would be a wonderful addition to your decor or collection, or perhaps a great gift idea. If you have any questions please ask. Thanks for Looking!
Price: 165 USD
Location: Hillsboro, Texas
End Time: 2024-12-13T18:42:59.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Pattern: All-Over
Antique: No
Signed: No
Color: Multicolor
Material: Porcelain
Subject: Clown
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Unmarked
Type: Figurine
Era: Late 20th Century (1970-1999)
Item Height: 11 in
Model: Harlequin Pantomime Figurines
Style: Meissen
Theme: Commedia dell'arte
Time Period Manufactured: 1980-1989
