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A Meissen figure of 'The Amorous Turk'
after the original model by J.J. Kändler, the Turk modelled standing in traditional dress of turban, loose jacket, baggy trousers and slippers, above a pad base applied with flowers, his guitar held under one arm, enriched in colours and gilt -- 6¾in. (17.3cm.) high, circa 1740 (head detached, severe chip to foot and base, other chips)
See illustration
after the original model by J.J. Kändler, the Turk modelled standing in traditional dress of turban, loose jacket, baggy trousers and slippers, above a pad base applied with flowers, his guitar held under one arm, enriched in colours and gilt -- 6¾in. (17.3cm.) high, circa 1740 (head detached, severe chip to foot and base, other chips)
See illustration