French Paper Mache Articulated Polichinelle with Throne Chair

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14" (36 cm.) Heavy paste paper mache Polichinelle with sculpted definition of classic front and back humps,has swivel head and peg-jointed arms and legs,sculpted facial features and bi-corn hat,sculpted costume including ruffled collar and buttons,sculpted fancy upturned shoes. Condition: generally excellent,some typical paint fading lending a pleasing patina. Comments: maker unknown,mid-19th century,French,Polichinelle was the most popular French legendary or theatrical figure throughout the 19th century,and numerous presentations were made each year in Etrennes holiday store catalog. This mid-19th century example is shown in the book Etrennes by Florence Theriault. Value Points: Polichinelle in a rare hard paste model with wonderfully painted features is presented in a carved wooden throne chair with original finish.