A Meissen figure group, c.1870, 'The indiscreet Harlequin',

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A Meissen figure group, c.1870, 'The indiscreet Harlequin',

after the original by Johann Joachim Kaendler in 1743, model no. 344, modelled as an elegant couple in intimate embrace, the harlequin taking advantage of the situation and looking under the lady's skirt, inscribed '344', stamped '94', numbered in puce '48', with an underglaze crossed swords mark

15.5cm wide, 15cm deep, 15.5cm high

Condition Report:

Good overall. Baize-covered underside.

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A Meissen figure group, c.1870, 'The indiscreet Harlequin',

Lot 0108

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