Neapolitan Moor with Rare Sculpted Yellow Cap

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17" (43 cm.) Polychromed terra cotta head, brown complexion with shaded stubble of beard, black painted short hair under yellow cap with blue edging, enamel eyes, curvy black sculpted brows, incised eyeliner, mouth sculpted open in expressive manner, painted teeth, tow-wrapped posable armature body, carved wooden lower arms and legs, painted blue stockings, brown clogs, wearing original costume comprising striped harem pants, red silk shirt and green vest with gilt thread edging, and carrying sword. Excellent condition. Neapolitan, mid-1700s, rare model with outstanding sculpting and painted yellow cap.