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late 19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Statuette of a boy in 18th century costume sitting astride a casket, drinking out of a bottle. The barrel is inscribed at either end "Roos 1776" and rests on a square plinth. Made in imitation of 18th century Delft ware.

Object details

Object type
Materials and techniques
tin-glazed earthenware
Brief description
Statuette of tin-glazed earthenware, painted in colours. Samson, Paris, France, late 19th century.
Physical description
Statuette of a boy in 18th century costume sitting astride a casket, drinking out of a bottle. The barrel is inscribed at either end "Roos 1776" and rests on a square plinth. Made in imitation of 18th century Delft ware.
Dimensions
  • Height: 14cm (Note: Converted from register)
Marks and inscriptions
Transliteration
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Credit line
Given by J. H. Fitzhenry
Collection
Accession number
C.592-1909

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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