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Hurdy-gurdy Player
Made at: Chelsea Manufactory (England, active 1745–1784)
English
about 1753
Object Place: Europe, England
Medium/Technique
Ceramic
Dimensions
21.59 cm (8 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Jessie and Sigmund Katz Collection
Accession Number1988.763
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope
DescriptionStanding on modeled square base with applied flowers against broad tree trunk. Right foot extended, hurdy-gurdy in playing position. Upturned black hat, brown hair, white 3/4 coat, waistcoat and breeches, red garters, black shoes with yellow pompoms. Unma
ProvenanceBy 1973, Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz [see note 1]; 1988, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz. (Accession date: November 30, 1988)
NOTES:
[1] From June 25, 1973, on loan to the MFA from Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz.
NOTES:
[1] From June 25, 1973, on loan to the MFA from Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz.