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A rare Derby porcelain Nodding figure, circa 1840. Modelled after the Meissen original, as ‘Joseph Frölich’, stood, with his thumbs in his braces.
His detachable head, with a brass counterweight, to enable the head to ‘nod’.
Incised model number ‘No. 22’ to the base.
Height – 18 cm, 7 1/8”.
Width – 10 cm, 3 7/8”.
Depth – 6.5 cm, 2 1/2”.
Literature – Peter Bradshaw, ‘Derby Porcelain Figures 1750-1848’, p. 189.
Condition: Minor wear to the enamels and gilt - commensurate with the age of the figure.
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- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
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